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Shrimp Fried Rice

Ginger, Sesame
shrimp fried rice with marinated ginger shrimp

Ingredients

Rice

  • 2 cups uncooked Jasmine rice

  • 2 cups water (for cooking)

 

Ginger Sesame Shrimp & Marinade

  • 8 ounces medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)

  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic

  • 1 teaspoon finely grated ginger

  • 2 tablespoons Shoyu white soy sauce (or low-sodium dark soy sauce)

  • 2 teaspoons Shaoxing wine (or sherry)

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • Pinch of pepper

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • Peanut oil or vegetable oil (for frying)

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Secret Sauce

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • 1/3 cup oyster sauce

  • 2 teaspoons un-sulfured molasses

  • 1/8 teaspoon sesame oil

  • 1/3 teaspoon pureed ginger root

  • Few drops liquid smoke

 

Fried Rice Veggies & Eggs

  • 3 large eggs (lightly whisked)

  • 1/2 cup carrots (thinly sliced, about 1/8-inch thick)

  • 1 medium ear of corn (kernels shaved off)

  • 3/4 cup yellow onion (cubed)

  • 1/2 cup peas 

  • 4 cups of the cooked Jasmine rice

 

Garnishes

  • Fresh cilantro

  • Chopped green onions

  • Black sesame seeds (optional)

  • Chili garlic sauce (optional)

Step 1: Wash and Soak the Rice

Place the rice in a large bowl and fill with water.
Rub the rice between your hands to remove starches.
Pour off the water and repeat this rinsing process 3 more times.
Drain the water completely and transfer the rice to a saucepan.
Add 2 cups of water and let the rice sit for 1 hour.

Step 2: Cook and Cool the Rice

Turn the burner to high, stir the rice, and bring to a boil.
Boil until the surface water is just absorbed.
Reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover, and cook until

all water is absorbed, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and let it sit covered to steam for 15 minutes.
Spoon the rice onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment

paper to cool completely.

Step 3: Marinate the Shrimp

Add the shrimp and all marinade ingredients to a small bowl and toss to coat.
Place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 4: Mix the Secret Sauce

Add all sauce ingredients to a squeeze bottle and shake well, or whisk together in a small bowl.

Step 5: Sear the Shrimp

Heat 2 to 3 tablespoons of oil in a pan or wok over medium-high to high heat.
Add the shrimp to the hot oil and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until opaque.
Remove the shrimp immediately and place them on a plate so they do not become rubbery.

Step 6: Cook the Eggs and Veggies

Add more oil to the pan and cook the eggs omelet style.
Move the cooked eggs to the plate with the shrimp.
Add more oil to the pan, then add the carrots, corn, and onion.
Cook for about 2 minutes until the edges start to brown.
Add the peas, toss quickly, and move all the vegetables to the plate with the shrimp.

Step 7: Fry and Assemble

Add more oil to the hot pan.
Add 3 to 4 cups of the cooled, cooked rice and press it flat with a spatula.
Cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, flip the rice over, and repeat to crisp it.
Chop the egg with your spatula and return it to the pan.
Add the shrimp, vegetables, and your desired amount of secret sauce, then toss everything together.

Step 8: Garnish and Serve

Remove the pan from the heat.
Top the fried rice with fresh chopped cilantro, green onions, and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately with chili garlic sauce.

Restaurant-style fried rice with savory ginger-marinaded shrimp wok-fried to a perfect crisp. Featuring fresh corn, carrots, peas, and fluffy scrambled eggs tossed with day-old Jasmine rice. The dish is brought together by a complex "Secret Sauce" that delivers a rich, deeply savory punch with an unexpected hint of smoky sweetness.

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