Classic Shrimp Fried Rice

Ingredients

• ½ lb shrimp(paid link)
• 3 cup cooked rice(paid link)
• 2 eggs(paid link)
• ½ cup green peas(paid link)
• ½ cup carrots(paid link)
• ¼ cup scallions(paid link)
• 2 clove garlic(paid link)
• 1 tsp ginger(paid link)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce(paid link)
• 1 tsp sesame oil(paid link)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil(paid link)
• ½ tsp salt(paid link)
• ¼ tsp black pepper(paid link)

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and devein the shrimp. Season with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Chop the carrots, mince the garlic, and chop the scallions (whites and greens separated).

3. 3

   Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.

   2 min

4. 4

   Add the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and scallion whites. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

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5. 5

   Push the aromatics to one side of the skillet. Crack the eggs into the empty side and scramble them. Once cooked, break them up and mix with the aromatics.

6. 6

   Add the cooked rice, green peas, and carrots to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the egg and aromatics. Cook for 3-5 minutes, breaking up any clumps of rice.

   4 min

7. 7

   Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Add the cooked shrimp and scallion greens. Toss everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.

   2 min

8. 8

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.

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