Sichuan Pepper Shrimp Fried Rice (四川花椒虾炒饭)

四川花椒虾炒饭 (Sichuan Pepper Shrimp Fried Rice) is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines the numbing sensation of Sichuan peppercorns with the succulent taste of shrimp and the fragrance of fried rice. This dish is a staple in Sichuan cuisine and is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Sichuan Chinese Shrimp Fried Rice Sichuan Pepper
Sichuan Pepper Shrimp Fried Rice (四川花椒虾炒饭)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Sichuan peppercorns and dry roast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from the wok and crush the peppercorns using a mortar and pestle. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in the same wok over high heat. Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the wok and set aside.
  3. Heat the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in the wok. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Push the garlic and ginger to one side of the wok, pour the beaten eggs into the wok, and scramble them until just set.
  5. Add the cooked rice, frozen peas and carrots, and the stir-fried shrimp to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, breaking up any clumps of rice.
  6. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and the crushed Sichuan peppercorns to the wok. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined.
  7. Season with salt to taste and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Wok or large skillet Spatula Cutting board Knife Mortar and pestle

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Sichuan Pepper Shrimp Fried Rice is best served hot and pairs well with a side of stir-fried vegetables or a simple cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add a teaspoon of Sichuan chili oil to the fried rice before serving.

Cost

$15