spicy shrimp fried rice

Renton, WA
Updated on Aug 9, 2014

This is quite delicious, but do adjust the “heat” to your own preference. And it works equally well with both white rice or brown rice.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups brown rice
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (peeled weight is about 3/4 pound)
  • 1-2 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1-2 pinch chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • - nonstick spray oil
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 large whole egg
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 medium onion
  • 5 medium scallions (green onions), chopped - whites and greens separated
  • 2 cloves garlic, diced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon asian fish sauce
  • - salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make spicy shrimp fried rice

  • Step 1
    In a bowl, season shrimp with cayenne pepper, chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
  • Step 2
    Whisk egg whites and eggs with a drop of water, salt, and pepper, until well mixed. Spray a hot wok (or large skillet) with nonstick spray, and cook the eggs. When fully cooked, remove eggs and set aside.
  • Step 3
    Let the wok (or skillet) get really hot. Add sesame oil, and saute the onions, scallion whites, garlic and hot pepper flakes for about 1-2 minutes. Add shrimp and sauté until no longer translucent. Add rice and cooked eggs along with soy sauce and fish sauce, mixing well for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle scallion greens on top, and serve.

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Keyword: #shrimp
Keyword: #spicy
Keyword: #chinese
Keyword: #brown rice
Keyword: #Fried Rice
Keyword: #asian
Ingredient: Rice/Grains
Diet: Low Fat
Culture: Chinese
Category: Seafood
Method: Stove Top

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