Fried Rice With Shrimp And Vegetables

Fried Rice with Shrimp and Vegetables is a popular dish in Guinean cuisine, known for its flavorful combination of ingredients and aromatic spices.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Guinean Shrimp Fried Rice Vegetables Guinean Cuisine
Fried Rice With Shrimp And Vegetables

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
  2. Add shrimp and garlic, and cook until shrimp turns pink. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry until tender.
  4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked.
  5. Add cooked rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the skillet. Stir-fry everything together for a few minutes.
  6. Finally, add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet and toss everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
18g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large skillet or wok Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Fried Rice with Shrimp and Vegetables pairs well with a side of fresh salad or steamed plantains.

Tips & tricks

For best results, use day-old cooked rice for making fried rice as it has a firmer texture and doesn't become mushy during stir-frying.

Cost

$15