Fried rice with shrimp and parsley
1 serving
60 minutes
Fried rice with shrimp and parsley is a dish of Chinese cuisine that combines the tenderness of seafood with the aroma of fresh herbs. This recipe has its roots in the street food traditions of China, where quick yet hearty meals are especially valued. Golden rice infused with the flavor of shrimp and a hint of chili pepper acquires an appetizing hue and rich taste. Cherry tomatoes add a fresh tanginess, while parsley provides a light green note that highlights the balance of flavor accents. The dish is versatile: it can be served as a standalone dinner or as part of an Asian feast. It pairs wonderfully with a slice of lemon, enhancing the sea aroma of the shrimp. In every grain, one can feel the harmony of simplicity and sophistication that makes this recipe indispensable for lovers of Asian cuisine.
1
Boil the rice until fluffy without adding salt. Clean the shrimp, first processing them with boiling water.
- Long grain rice: 100 g
- Peeled shrimp: 100 g
2
Sauté the shrimp in olive oil over high heat for one minute, seasoning well with salt. Then add the rice and sauté over medium heat for no more than 2-3 minutes. Cut the chili pepper in half and press it against the rice with shrimp (hold for no more than a minute if using very hot pepper). After 2-3 minutes, remove the pepper; the rice should turn golden. You can add dried red pepper to taste.
- Peeled shrimp: 100 g
- Long grain rice: 100 g
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
3
So, cut the cherry tomatoes in half or quarters (to taste), and finely chop the parsley. Place the rice with shrimp on a plate, sprinkle with parsley, and add the tomatoes. The dish can be served with a slice of lemon and parsley leaves.
- Cherry tomatoes: 4 pieces
- Parsley: 20 g