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Crab & Shrimp Fried Rice

Crab & Shrimp Fried Rice
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Crab & Shrimp Fried Rice is a delightful seafood dish combining tender crab meat and juicy shrimp with fluffy day-old rice, fresh vegetables, and savory seasonings. This quick and easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavors and a perfect balance of texture, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. Customizable and family-friendly, it brings a fresh, ocean-inspired taste right to your home kitchen.

Ingredients

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Seafood

  • 8 oz fresh or canned crab meat
  • 8 oz peeled and deveined shrimp

Rice and Eggs

  • 3 cups cooked day-old jasmine or long-grain rice
  • 2 large eggs, scrambled

Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 1/2 cup diced carrots

Seasonings and Aromatics

  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp. Finely chop the garlic, ginger, green onions, peas, and carrots. Break apart the cold, cooked rice to avoid clumps during frying.
  2. Cook the Eggs: Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, add a splash of vegetable oil, and scramble the eggs until just set. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Sauté Aromatics and Seafood: In the same pan, add more vegetable oil, then sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add the shrimp and crab meat, cooking gently until the shrimp turn pink and crab is heated through.
  4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Add diced carrots, peas, and green onions to the pan. Stir-fry briefly to keep vegetables crisp yet tender.
  5. Combine Rice and Seasonings: Fold in the cold rice and scrambled eggs. Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture. Stir constantly to evenly distribute the seasonings and prevent sticking.
  6. Final Toss and Serve: Toss the fried rice one last time to heat everything evenly. Serve immediately, garnished with extra green onions or toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice to prevent clumping and achieve ideal fried rice texture.
  • Cook on high heat for a slightly crispy finish on the rice.
  • Prepare and chop all ingredients ahead of time since stir-frying happens quickly.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook seafood gently in batches if needed to keep it tender.
  • Adjust soy sauce and sesame oil according to your personal taste to balance flavors without overpowering seafood.

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Keywords: crab fried rice, shrimp fried rice, seafood fried rice, quick seafood meal, Asian fried rice, gluten free fried rice

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