CAJUN SHRIMP FRIED RICE

Cajun shrimp fried rice sounds like a delicious fusion dish! Here’s a simple recipe to get you started:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old, chilled)
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 2 eggs, beaten
• Soy sauce, to taste
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through.
5. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables and eggs. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to heat through.
6. Stir in the thawed peas and carrots, cooked shrimp, and chopped green onions. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Season the fried rice with soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve hot.

Enjoy your flavorful Cajun shrimp fried rice! Feel free to customize it with additional vegetables or spices to suit your taste preferences.