Easy Shrimp Fried Rice

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups (280g) long-grain white rice
• 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 onion (50g), finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic (5g), minced
• 1 (150g) red bell pepper, diced
• 1 (150g) green bell pepper, diced
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons (28g) soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon (14g) oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon (5g) sugar
• 1/4 cup (5g) chopped green onions

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the rice according to the package instructions.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the onion and bell peppers and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the shrimp and garlic and cook until the shrimp turns pink and opaque, about 2 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar.
6. Push the vegetables and shrimp to the side of the skillet and pour in the eggs. Scramble the eggs until set.
7. Add the rice to the skillet and stir to combine.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fiber: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Colorful and visually appealing
• Easy and quick to prepare
• Suitable for a variety of tastes

User Comments:

• "This is my go-to fried rice recipe! It's so easy to make and always comes out delicious."
• "The shrimp is perfectly cooked and the vegetables add a nice crunch."
• "I love the sweet and savory flavor of this dish."
• "I like to add a bit of heat with some red pepper flakes."
• "My kids love this dish and it's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
• If you don't have large shrimp, you can use medium-sized shrimp and adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• Don't overcook the rice, or it will become mushy.
• If you don't have oyster sauce, you can substitute with fish sauce or hoisin sauce.
• Serve the fried rice with your favorite Asian-inspired dishes, such as steamed vegetables, stir-fried noodles, or egg rolls.