Shrimp Fried Rice

10m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1In a bowl, mix shrimp with kosher salt, black pepper and cornstarch. Toss to coat and set aside at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. 2Heat a wok until a drop of water instantly sizzles. Add peanut oil.
  3. 3Spread the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 30 seconds without moving. Flip and cook the other side. Remove once mostly cooked.
  4. 4Add more peanut oil. Then, add beaten eggs and stir to scramble. Transfer to the bowl when they are still a bit runny. Clean the wok with a paper towel.
  5. 5Add more peanut oil. Add green onions and sauté.
  6. 6Add leftover rice and stir to mix well. Spread and cook without moving until you hear it sizzle. Flip and spread to cook again.
  7. 7Add soy sauce and stir to combine.
  8. 8Add defrosted frozen carrots and peas.
  9. 9Add eggs and shrimp. Finish with sesame oil.
  10. 10Stir to combine all ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Raw Shrimp
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp Peanut Oil
  • 2 Beaten Eggs
  • 2 stalks Green Onion
  • 2 cups Leftover Rice
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 cup Frozen Carrots & Peas
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil

Equipment

wokspatulaspoonbowlpaper towel