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Spicy Shrimp Fried Rice

4.80 from 5 votes
This is my go-to when I want something quick and delicious. Spicy Shrimp Fried Rice is a staple. It is so easy and versatile. You may add more vegetables, or a fried egg for more protein. I love the simplicity but still has bold flavors that you will crave again and again.  
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Stir fry
Cuisine: Stir fry
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10-12 pieces of frozen shrimp or prawns defrosted in ice-cold water for 10 minutes2 cups day-old rice1 tablespoon chili oil (I used Momofuku)2 cloves of minced garlic3 stalks of green onions (separate the white from the green part)1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari½ teaspoon white pepper1 tablespoon sesame oil3 tablespoon tbsp butter (2 tablespoon for the shrimp and 1 tablespoon for the rice) 1 tablespoon avocado oil
Garnish:
  • Fried garlic
  • Chili crunch or chili oil
  • More green onions

Equipment

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients:
  1. Start by defrosting the shrimp in ice-cold water for 10 minutes. Once thawed, pat them dry with paper towels. 
  2. Finely chop the green onions, and separate the white parts and green parts.
  3. Mince the garlic cloves.
  4.  
Sauté Shrimp:
  1. Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. 
  2. Add butter to the pan. Add the shrimp, chili oil and a little bit of garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. 
  3. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set them aside.
  4.  
Fried rice:
  1. In the same pan, add oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the white parts of the green onions and cook for an additional minute.
  2. Add the cold or slightly chilled cooked rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps. Add butter. Saute for 2 minutes until everything is well incorporated and the rice is fluffy. 
  3. Add Stir in soy sauce (or tamari), white pepper, and sesame oil at the end. Mix well to coat the rice evenly. Taste to adjust flavor.
  4.  
Add Shrimp and Green Onions:
  1. Gently fold in the cooked shrimp and the green parts of the onions. Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the rice to get a bit crispy.
  2.  
Garnish and Serve:
  1. Garnish the spicy shrimp fried rice with fried garlic and a drizzle of Momofuku chili oil.
  2. Serve hot and enjoy this spicy and flavorful dish!

Notes

Customize Your Rice:
  • Feel free to add extra toppings like a fried egg on top for extra protein.
  • Add a fried egg for more protein.
  • Add veggies if you have some.

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