What makes spicy shrimp fried rice taste better?

Make it tasty with a mix of salty soy sauce, flavorful shrimp, and a bit of chili oil for a perfect balance.

What is important about the spicy shrimp fried rice before I make one?

Get everything ready ( mise en place ) before cooking, and use cold, day-old rice for the best texture. Keep things measured and close for a smooth cooking process.

Does spicy shrimp fried rice need old rice?

Yes, use day-old rice. It keeps the dish from getting mushy while frying and ensures each grain stays separate for that perfect fried rice texture.

Spicy Shrimp Fried Rice - 20 minute recipe

Name: Spicy Shrimp Fried Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: asian
Ingredients: 10-12 pieces of frozen shrimp or prawns (defrosted in ice-cold water for 10 minutes)2 cups day-old rice1 tbsp chili oil (I used Momofuku)2 cloves of minced garlic3 stalks of green onions (separate the white from the green part)1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari½ tsp white pepper1 tbsp sesame oil3 tbsp tbsp butter (2 tbsp for the shrimp and 1 tbsp for the rice) 1 tbsp avocado oil; Garnish:; Fried garlic; Chili crunch or chili oil; More green onions

Spicy Shrimp Fried Rice

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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.

Author: Carmen Spillette
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: serves 2 people
Category: mains
Method: stir fry
Cuisine: asian

Ingredients

10-12 pieces of frozen shrimp or prawns (defrosted in ice-cold water for 10 minutes)
2 cups day-old rice
1 tbsp chili oil (I used Momofuku)
2 cloves of minced garlic
3 stalks of green onions (separate the white from the green part)
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1/2 tsp white pepper
1 tbsp sesame oil
3 tbsp tbsp butter (2 tbsp for the shrimp and 1 tbsp for the rice)
1 tbsp avocado oil

Garnish:

Fried garlic

Chili crunch or chili oil

More green onions

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

Start by defrosting the shrimp in ice-cold water for 10 minutes. Once thawed, pat them dry with paper towels.
Finely chop the green onions, and separate the white parts and green parts.
Mince the garlic cloves.

Sauté Shrimp:

Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
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.
Remove the shrimp from the pan and set them aside.

Fried rice:

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.
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.
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.

Add Shrimp and Green Onions:

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.

Garnish and Serve: