Description
Cajun Shrimp Fried Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines juicy shrimp with aromatic jasmine rice and colorful vegetables, all seasoned with zesty Cajun spices. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, as it delivers bold flavors in every bite. With its delightful crunch from fresh veggies and the richness of scrambled eggs, this dish promises to keep your taste buds dancing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (deveined and peeled)
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced; mix of red, green, yellow)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
Instructions
- Prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced bell peppers and minced garlic; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and Cajun seasoning to the skillet, cooking until shrimp are pink and opaque (about 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in cooked jasmine rice and soy sauce, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
- Push the mixture to one side of the skillet; pour beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble eggs until set, then fold into the rice mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg