A flavorful and spicy fried rice dish featuring succulent shrimp, garlic, and vegetables, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Protein
1lblarge shrimp, peeled and deveined
1tablespoonolive oil
1tablespoonsoy sauce
2clovesgarlic, minced
0.5teaspoonpaprika
0.25teaspoonchili flakes (optional)(for heat)
to tasteSalt and pepper
3cupscooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old and cold)
2tablespoonssesame oil or vegetable oil
2eggslightly beaten eggs
1smallonion, finely diced
1cupfrozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
2clovesgarlic, minced
3tablespoonssoy sauce
1tablespoonoyster sauce (optional)
2green onionssliced
Seasoning
to tasteSalt and pepper
Instructions
Marinate the shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
Cook the shrimp: Sauté in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Set aside.
Scramble the eggs: Heat oil, pour beaten eggs, scramble until just cooked, then set aside.
Sauté aromatics and vegetables: Cook diced onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes, then add frozen vegetables and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
Add rice and seasonings: Mix in cold rice, soy sauce, oyster sauce if using, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, then reintroduce eggs, shrimp, and green onions. Toss to combine and serve hot.
Notes
For extra brightness, squeeze lime over the dish before serving. Adjust chili flakes for desired heat.