Name: Shrimp Fried Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons neutral oil divided; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 2 eggs cracked and lightly beaten; 2 cloves of garlic minced; 1 lb small shrimp (51-60 count); 4 cups leftover cold rice, preferably medium or long grain; 1 Tablespoon oyster sauce; ¼ head iceberg lettuce thinly sliced; ½ teaspoon salt; ground white or black pepper to taste; 2 scallions thinly sliced

Ingredients

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3 tablespoons neutral oil divided
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 eggs cracked and lightly beaten
2 cloves of garlic minced
1 lb small shrimp (51-60 count)
4 cups leftover cold rice, preferably medium or long grain
1 Tablespoon oyster sauce
¼ head iceberg lettuce thinly sliced
½ teaspoon salt
ground white or black pepper to taste
2 scallions thinly sliced

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Instructions

Heat a large 12” non-stick or well seasoned pan over medium heat.
Add 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan and add the shrimp.
Stir fry for 1 minute until the shrimp is half way cooked.
Push the shrimp to the edge of the pan and pour the sesame oil in the center of the pan and then add the eggs on top of the sesame oil.
Scramble the eggs gently, until they are half cooked, but still very wet, about 30 seconds. Push the eggs to the side as well.
Add the garlic and cook for a couple of seconds. Then add the rice.
Cook the rice using a chopping motion. Stir-fry the rice for 2-3 mins, stirring and breaking up the rice and incorporating the eggs and the shrimp into the rice.
Add the oyster sauce, salt, and ground white pepper to taste. Stir to combine and then continue cooking for 1-2 minutes until the rice is thoroughly heated.
Add the lettuce and stir to combine. Add half of the scallions and stir again.
Check the seasonings and add a little more salt or pepper if needed.
Place the rice mounded onto a platter or into individual bowls and top with the remaining scallions. Serve immediately.

Notes

*Fried rice is very good for using all sorts of leftovers. Classic fried rice is usually simple and highlights the quality of the rice and a few key ingredients; however, feel free to add your own favorite vegetables and meats. Some examples include: leftover chicken cut into bite-sized pieces, bits of ham or roast pork, mushrooms, spinach, green peas, or bean sprouts.

*It is important to start with cold rice. The cold keeps the grains separate and texture light and airy.

Keywords: shrimp fried rice, chinese food, fried rice, shrimp, comfort food