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Seafood Fried Rice – A Savory Mix of Shrimp, Crab & Veggies

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A comforting and flavorful seafood fried rice featuring shrimp, crab, and colorful vegetables, reminiscent of coastal family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups day-old cooked jasmine rice
  • 12 oz medium shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 6 oz crab meat (fresh or imitation)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup carrots, finely diced
  • ½ cup green peas
  • ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
  • ¼ cup green onions, chopped
  • ½ cup onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp vegetable or peanut oil
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the seafood by combining shrimp and crab with marinade ingredients in a mixing bowl. Let rest for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the vegetables by chopping them into small, uniform pieces.
  3. Heat the wok over high heat and add vegetable oil until it sizzles.
  4. Sear the marinated shrimp and crab for 2–3 minutes until shrimp turn pink. Set aside.
  5. Add garlic, ginger, and onions to the wok and stir-fry until fragrant.
  6. Add carrots, peas, and bell peppers, stir-frying until they’re crisp-tender.
  7. Scramble the eggs in the wok, then mix with the veggies.
  8. Add the day-old rice, breaking apart clumps, and mix thoroughly.
  9. Season with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, coating the rice evenly.
  10. Combine seafood back into the wok, tossing everything for 1-2 minutes on high heat.
  11. Garnish with green onions before serving warm.

Notes

Serve with lemon wedges or chili oil for extra flavor. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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