Enlightened Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Enlightened Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce; ½ teaspoon sugar; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 2 teaspoons water; 34 lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, tailes removed; 2 tablespoons canola oil; ¾ cup minced onion; 1 tablespoon ginger; ½ cup green onion, minced divided; 2 cups cold cooked brown basmati rice; 1 cup bean sprouts; ¾ cup snow peas

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
½ teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons water
34 lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, tailes removed
2 tablespoons canola oil
¾ cup minced onion
1 tablespoon ginger
½ cup green onion, minced divided
2 cups cold cooked brown basmati rice
1 cup bean sprouts
¾ cup snow peas

1
Combine oyster sauce, soy sauce and sugar in a small bowl.
2
Heat a heavy 12 inch skillet over medium high heat until hot.
3
Add t tsp sesame oil and eggs.
4
Cook until eggs are softly scrambled.
5
Remove from pan.
6
Add remaining teaspoon sesame oil to pan.
7
Add shrimp, stir-fry until just cooked, about 2 minutes.
8
Remove from pan.
9
Wipe pan clean.
10
Add canola oil to pan.
11
Add onion, stir-fry 2 minutes.
12
Add ginger, garlic and half the green onions, stir-fry 30 seconds.
13
Add rice, and cook, without stirring, 1 minute to crisp, then stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes.
14
Add bean sprouts, peas, egg, shrimp, remaining green onions and sauce.
15
Toss gently until thoroughly heated.

4384

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

942

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce, ½ teaspoon sugar, 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Enlightened Fried Rice falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Enlightened Fried Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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