Shrimp Fried Rice with Garlic

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1:
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 2:
Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.

Step 3:
Add remaining oil to the skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.

Step 4:
Push garlic to one side and pour in eggs. Scramble until just set.

Step 5:
Add cooked rice and stir-fry, breaking up any clumps.

Step 6:
Return shrimp to the pan and stir in soy sauce and sesame oil.

Step 7:
Season with salt and pepper, then toss until evenly combined.

Step 8:
Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

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