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Spicy Cajun Shrimp Fried Rice with Scrambled Egg

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Dive into a vibrant, flavor-packed adventure with this Spicy Cajun Shrimp Fried Rice with Scrambled Egg. Juicy shrimp, fluffy scrambled eggs, and perfectly cooked rice come together in a delightful symphony of textures and spicy goodness.

Ingredients

  • Medium to large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Day-old cooked rice
  • Cajun seasoning
  • Bell peppers (red, green, or yellow)
  • Sweet onion
  • Freshly minced garlic
  • Eggs
  • Light soy sauce
  • High smoke point oil (vegetable oil, canola oil, or grapeseed oil)
  • Green onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Pat your thawed shrimp very dry with paper towels; season them with about half a tablespoon of Cajun seasoning. Mince your garlic, dice your bell peppers and onion, chop your green onions, and crack your eggs into a small bowl, whisking them lightly. Fluff up your day-old rice, breaking apart any clumps.
  2. Scramble the Eggs: Heat about 1 teaspoon of oil in a large wok or a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Pour in your whisked eggs and scramble them gently until just cooked through but still soft. Remove the scrambled eggs from the pan and set them aside on a plate.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Add another tablespoon of oil to the same hot pan over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Cook for about 1-2 minutes per side, just until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the cooked shrimp from the pan and add it to the plate with the scrambled eggs.
  4. Sauté the Aromatics: Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan. Toss in the diced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften and become fragrant. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until aromatic.
  5. Add the Rice: Push the vegetables to one side of the pan. Add the day-old rice to the empty side of the pan. Let it sit undisturbed for about 30 seconds to get some slight crispiness, then begin to stir-fry, breaking up any remaining clumps. Continue to stir-fry for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Season and Combine: Drizzle the soy sauce over the rice and sprinkle in the remaining Cajun seasoning. Stir everything together vigorously, ensuring the rice is evenly coated. Continue to stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
  7. Bring it All Together: Return the cooked shrimp and scrambled eggs to the pan with the rice and vegetables. Toss everything gently but thoroughly to combine, heating through for about 1 minute.
  8. Finish and Serve: Stir in about half of your chopped green onions. Give it one last toss. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer your Cajun Shrimp Fried Rice With Scrambled Egg to serving bowls immediately and garnish with the remaining fresh green onions.

Nutrition

Keywords: Day-old rice is essential for the perfect texture. Feel free to customize the heat level by adjusting the Cajun seasoning or adding hot sauce. Fresh garnishes like green onions and lime juice can elevate the dish.

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