Rice with shrimp in soy sauce

Recipe: Rice with Shrimp in Soy Sauce

Rice with Shrimp in Soy Sauce is a simple and tasty dish that can be prepared in no time. Shrimp are marinated in fragrant soy sauce, then fried with garlic and vegetables until cooked. This recipe is perfect for a quick dinner or lunch and will satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients

• 250g shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp sunflower oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, sliced into rings
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced into half rings
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into half rings
• 2 cups cooked rice (precook according to package instructions)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• Herbs (cilantro, parsley) for garnish
• Lemon slices for serving

Cooking Steps

1. In a deep bowl, mix shrimp, soy sauce, and chili flakes (optional). Let them marinate for 15-20 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add carrot and peppers to the skillet and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Add marinated shrimp and cook until they are browned and fully opaque, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
6. Gradually add cooked rice to the skillet, stirring to heat through evenly.
7. Serve the rice with shrimp in soy sauce, garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices.

Tips

• Use fresh or frozen shell-off and deveined shrimp for convenience.
• For extra heat, add chili flakes or red chili pepper.
• If you don't have soy sauce, you can replace it with oyster sauce or tamari.
• Prepare all ingredients in advance as this dish cooks very quickly.
• Add a touch of honey or brown sugar for a sweet note in the sauce.
• If the carrot is too firm, you can pre-cook it in boiling water until softened.
• Choose vegetables of different colors for a more colorful and appetizing dish.
• Sprinkle sesame seeds before serving for added aroma and crunch.
• Try adding lemon or lime zest for freshness.
• Garnish the dish with fresh herbs to make it look appetizing.

Common Mistakes

• Overcooking shrimp can make them tough and dry.
• Inadequate marination of shrimp in soy sauce can make them less flavorful.
• High heat when frying shrimp can lead to overcooking.
• Forgetting to sauté vegetables before adding shrimp can leave them raw.
• Overcrowding the skillet with vegetables and shrimp can result in uneven heating.
• Insufficiently heating the rice before adding to the skillet can result in it being dry.
• Over- or under-salting the sauce can ruin the flavor of the dish.
• Not adding fresh herbs and lemon zest before serving can miss the opportunity to add aroma.
• Overcooking vegetables can make them soft and lose their texture.
• Inadequately mixing the rice and shrimp in the skillet can result in uneven sauce distribution.

There you have it! Now you know how to prepare a delicious and aromatic dish - rice with shrimp in soy sauce. This quick and easy dish will be a great choice for your lunch or dinner. Don't forget to garnish it with fresh herbs and serve with lemon slices for added brightness and freshness. Enjoy your meal!