Shrimp and Bean Sprout Fried Rice: A Delightfully Crunchy Delight!
Easy Homemade Shrimp and Bean Sprout Fried Rice Recipe
A quick and satisfying fried rice featuring crispy bean sprouts and plump shrimp. Perfect for a simple meal or a special treat, this dish offers a wonderful balance of textures and savory flavors.
Key Ingredients
- 2 bowls warm cooked rice
- 50g fresh bean sprouts
- 10 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bell pepper
- 1/2 onion
- 1/2 stalk green onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the vegetables. Wash the bell pepper and onion thoroughly, remove the seeds from the bell pepper, and dice them into roughly 0.5cm pieces. Finely chop the white part of the green onion.
Step 2
Now, let’s start stir-frying. Heat 1-2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, releasing its aroma. Once the onion is half-cooked, add the diced bell pepper and stir-fry together for about 1 minute. It’s important to maintain the crispiness of the vegetables!
Step 3
Add the prepared shrimp to the pan and stir-fry until they turn pink. Be mindful of the heat to avoid overcooking the shrimp. As the shrimp cook, they will release their delicious flavor into the pan.
Step 4
Once the shrimp are fully cooked, it’s time to add the sauces for that deep flavor: Worcestershire sauce and oyster sauce. Stir-fry quickly for about 1 minute, ensuring the sauces coat the vegetables and shrimp evenly. This step will bring out a rich umami taste.
Step 5
Add the two bowls of warm cooked rice to the pan. Use a spatula to gently break up any clumps of rice and stir-fry, ensuring each grain is coated with the sauce. Continue stir-frying until the rice becomes slightly fluffy and distinct. Fried rice tastes even better when the grains are separate!
Step 6
When the rice is well stir-fried, add the bean sprouts for a delightful crunch and the chopped green onion for freshness. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry rapidly for just 1-2 minutes, until the bean sprouts are slightly wilted but still crisp. Don’t overcook them!
Step 7
Finally, season with a pinch of black pepper and a little salt, adjusting to your taste. Give everything a final mix to combine all the flavors. Your delicious Shrimp and Bean Sprout Fried Rice is ready to be enjoyed! Serve hot and savor the wonderful taste.
