Ready in

45 mins

Cuisine

Asian · Chinese

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

25 min

Serving

4-6 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Low
Recipe by Cooking with Mildred on YouTube
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All Ingredients

For the Rice

All Ingredients

For the Stir-fry

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Cook the Rice Base

    Add 1-2 tablespoons of butter to a pot and melt it over medium heat.

  2. Sauté Aromatics for Rice

    Add one onion and 1 teaspoon of curry powder to the melted butter. until the onion is tender and fragrant.

  3. Toast the Rice

    Add 2 cups of washed rice to the pot and it for , stirring occasionally, until slightly golden.

  4. Add Liquids and Seasoning to Rice

    Pour in 1-2 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of water. Add salt to taste and stir everything together.

  5. Cook the Rice

    Cover the pot tightly with aluminum foil and a lid. Cook on low heat for , or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

  6. Fluff the Rice

    Once cooked, remove the lid and foil, and gently fluff the rice with a spoon or fork.

  7. Prepare the Shrimp

    In a separate pan, heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat.

  8. Cook the Shrimp

    Add 1 lb of shrimp, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic paste, and 1/2 teaspoon of bouillon powder to the hot oil. Cook for , stirring until the shrimp turn pink and are slightly browned. Remove the cooked shrimp from the pan and set aside.

  9. Sauté Onion for Stir-fry

    Add the second onion to the same pan (with any remaining oil/juices) and cook until tender.

  10. Scramble the Eggs

    Crack 5 eggs directly into the pan with the tender onions. Scramble them until fully cooked.

  11. Add Vegetables

    Add the bell peppers (green and mini), 1 cup of green peas, and 1 cup of carrots to the pan. Stir to combine with the eggs and onions.

  12. Season the Vegetables

    Sprinkle in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of bouillon powder, 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of oregano leaves. Cook for , stirring occasionally.

  13. Add Soy Sauce

    Pour 1-2 tablespoons of soy sauce over the vegetables and eggs, mixing well.

  14. Combine with Shrimp

    Return the cooked shrimp to the pan with the vegetables and eggs. Cook for a few more minutes to heat through.

  15. Mix with Rice

    Add the cooked rice to the pan with the shrimp, eggs, and vegetables. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined and heated through.

  16. Garnish and Serve

    Stir in the chopped green onion. the heat to low and let it for a few more minutes before serving.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Egg?

    • 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water (rest 5 min) — Per egg, best in baking.
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce — Per egg, in sweet baked goods.
    • 1/4 cup silken tofu, blended — Per egg.
  • No Soy sauce?

    • Tamari (1:1) — Gluten-free option.
    • Coconut aminos (1:1, milder & sweeter)
    • Worcestershire sauce + a pinch of salt
AllergensThis recipe contains shellfish and eggs and soy.
ShellfishEggsSoy

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add chicken or beef instead of shrimpIngredient swap
  • Include other vegetables like broccoli

    Mushrooms, or bean sprouts.

  • Spice it up with chili flakes or sriracha

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Cooking tipEnsure Rice Is Completely Cooled

    Ensure rice is completely cooled before adding to the stir-fry for best texture.

  • Flavour tipAdjust Seasoning (salt

    Soy sauce) to your preference.

  • TipDon't Overcook the Shrimp

    They cook quickly.

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