Vietnamese-Style Spicy Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Vietnamese-Style Spicy Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked long-grain rice (1 1/3 cups raw); 1/2 cup dried shrimp; 4 teaspoons peanut oil; 1 large onion, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts; 4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh lemongrass; 2 teaspoons ground turmeric; 1 small fresh red chili pepper, finely chopped; 4 teaspoons vietnamese fish sauce; 4 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 cups cooked long-grain rice (1 1/3 cups raw)
1/2 cup dried shrimp
4 teaspoons peanut oil
1 large onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh lemongrass
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 small fresh red chili pepper, finely chopped
4 teaspoons vietnamese fish sauce
4 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1
Allow the rice to completely dry out before beginning this dish.
2
The easiest way to do this is to spread the rice evenly in a shallow dish, or on a tray, and leave uncovered in the refrigerator overnight.
3
The next day, place the shrimp in a heatproof bowl, cover with boiling water and allow to stand 30 minutes, or until soft, before draining.
4
In a large wok, heat the groundnut oil and stir-fry the onion, garlic, peanuts, lemon grass and turmeric, until fragrant.
5
Add the rice, shrimp and all the remaining ingredients and stir-fry until piping hot.
6
Serve immediately.

803

kcal

Calories

Fat

154

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups cooked long-grain rice (1 1/3 cups raw), 1/2 cup dried shrimp, 4 teaspoons peanut oil, 1 large onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Vietnamese-Style Spicy 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.

Vietnamese-Style Spicy Fried Rice

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