Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp Fried Rice

 

 

Prep time: 10 Min - Cook time: 15 Min - Total time: 25 Min - Serves 4 - Adapted from Skinnytaste

 

 

 

Ingredients

 

• 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cups leftover brown rice cooked
• 2-3 tbsp of kimchi
• 2 large egg whites, beaten
• 1 large whole egg, beaten
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, diced
• 5 medium scallions, chopped, whites and greens separated
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste
• 4 tsp soy sauce, or more to taste
• 1 tsp Asian fish sauce, (or more soy sauce)
• 1/2 tsp each of chili powder, paprika and garlic powder
• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, or more to taste (optional)
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• fresh black pepper, to taste
• oil spray, ghee, olive oil

 

Instructions

 

1. In a small mixing bowl, add the shrimp, salt, pepper, chili powder, paprika and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly to evenly coat the spices.
2. Using a wok, or large sauté pan, turn heat to medium high and add either oil spray, ghee, or olive oil and cook the eggs, when they are done, remove and set them aside.
3. Turning the heat to high, add the sesame oil, stir fry around the onions, scallion bottoms, garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook until the shrimp is white and opaque. Add the rice to the skillet and allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring. Add the kimchi and combine by stirring.
4. Add the eggs, soy sauce, fish sauce and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Add the scallion greens and viola - done.

 

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Notes:

 

Fried Rice dishes are always a hit, they are always quick and always flavorful. You are free to add some diced carrots, peas, or snow peas.

 

 

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