Description
Cajun Shrimp Fried Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Louisiana cooking. This one-pan wonder features succulent shrimp, colorful veggies, and perfectly cooked rice, all infused with zesty Cajun spices. Quick to prepare and bursting with bold flavors, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Delight your taste buds with every bite as you savor this easy-to-make recipe that brings the spirit of New Orleans right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably cold)
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion, bell peppers, and having the shrimp ready.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and diced onions; sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 2 minutes).
- Add bell peppers to the skillet and cook until softened (around 3 minutes).
- Incorporate the shrimp into the skillet; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and cook until pink and opaque (about 4 minutes).
- Gently stir in cold cooked rice, drizzle with soy sauce, and mix until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 185mg