Lanzhou Beef Rice
Lanzhou Beef Rice is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender beef slices served over aromatic rice, infused with spices and topped with fresh herbs. This high-protein meal is a perfect blend of savory and satisfying, ideal for a wholesome dinner.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
480 kcal
Ingredients
- Long-grain rice - 150 grams
- Beef sirloin - 200 grams, thinly sliced
- Beef broth - 300 ml
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
- Spring onions - 2, chopped
- Cilantro - a handful, chopped
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Chili oil - 1 teaspoon (optional)
Steps
- Rinse the long-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak for 20 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the sliced beef to the skillet, season with black pepper and salt, and stir-fry until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and soy sauce, bring to a simmer, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the beef is tender.
- While the beef is cooking, drain the soaked rice and prepare it according to package instructions, typically boiling in water until tender (about 15 minutes).
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and serve it on plates.
- Top the rice with the beef mixture, spooning the broth over it.
- Garnish with chopped spring onions and cilantro, and drizzle with chili oil if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 60 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Contains essential vitamins and minerals from fresh herbs and vegetables.
Tags
ChineseHigh ProteinRice Dish