Cajun Shrimp Fried Rice
This Cajun Shrimp Fried Rice is a flavorful and filling dish that combines succulent shrimp with colorful vegetables and spices unique to Cajun cuisine. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for any night of the week and is sure to delight your taste buds.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 cooking spatula
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cutting board
- 1 bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cups cooked rice Preferably day-old
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to your spice preference
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 eggs Crack into a well in the rice
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- lemon wedges For serving
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and the shrimp to the empty side of the pan. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and sauté until the shrimp turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice, mixing thoroughly to combine with the shrimp and vegetables. Add the frozen peas.
- Create a small well in the center of the rice and crack the eggs into it. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix them into the rice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure even heating.
- Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
This dish works best with leftover rice since it's less sticky.
Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or corn for extra flavor and texture.