Can I use frozen prawns for this Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice?

Yes! You can use fresh or frozen prawns in this Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice. Just make sure the frozen prawns are defrosted according to packet instructions.

Can I use other meat in this Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice?

Of course. This is such a versatile recipe - although obviously it wouldn’t be Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice. I have made it with both thinly sliced steak and pork and it has been delicious. It also works really well with leftover meat from a Sunday roast. Just slice into thin pieces and add at the same time as the rice. Make sure it is piping hot before serving.

What should I serve with this Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice?

This Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice is a pretty balanced meal all on its own. Firstly, the honey-soy infused fried rice is a delicious carbohydrate base. Next, the prawns and chicken are both great sources of protein. So, too, are the eggs (they also provide healthy omega 3 fats). Then we have all the veggies helping to get towards your 5 a day. You can also serve this Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice alongside a selection of other Asian dishes for everyone to share. I normally go for things like spring rolls, sweet and sour chicken balls and some kind of noodles.

Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice

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This Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice is the perfect quick and easy dinner recipe. Feel free to get creative with whatever leftover veggies you have in the fridge!

Author: Margie
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 2 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Global
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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About 2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken thighs, sliced into strips
165g raw king prawns
3 garlic cloves, grated
1 thumb size piece ginger, grated
2 spring onions, thinly sliced
1 carrot, very finely sliced (julienned)
½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 head pak choi, trimmed and separated into leaves
450 g fridge cold cooked white rice
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp runny honey
2 large eggs

To serve:

2 large eggs
Handful of fresh coriander, torn into sprigs
1 chilli, diced (deseeded if wished)
1 lime, cut into wedges

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Instructions

Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick frying pan set over a medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and pan-fry for about 4 minutes - or until golden on the outside and cooked through (the exact time will depend on how thick your chicken strips are.
Add the prawns and cook for about 2 more minutes - or until the prawns turn pink and are cooked. Remove from the heat, tip into a bowl and set aside.
Add 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the pan and return to a high heat. Add the ginger, garlic, spring onions, carrot and pepper and stir fry for a few minutes. Then add the pak choi and stir fry for 1 minute.
Tip in the cold cooked rice, followed by the soy sauce and honey. Stir well, breaking up any clumps of rice.
Push the rice to one side and crack the eggs into the pan. Mix gently and allow them to scramble before stirring them through the rice.
Return the cooked chicken and prawns to the pan and stir through. Keep warm.
Meanwhile, in a separate medium-sized non-stick frying pan add a drizzle of oil. Crack in 2 eggs and pan fry until the white is set and crispy at the edges, but the yolk is still runny.
Spoon the rice into 2 bowls. Top each bowl with a crispy fried egg. Sprinkle with sprigs of fresh coriander and diced chilli. Serve with wedges of fresh lime. Enjoy!

Notes

Rice: you can use all sorts of cooked rice. I find basmati works best but leftover jasmine or brown rice would also work.
Chilli: a sprinkling of diced chillies adds a fiery kick to this Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice. If you prefer milder flavours, deseed your chilli first. You can leave it out if you prefer. A drizzle of chilli oil is also delicious for adding a bit of heat.
Nuts and seeds: for extra texture, sprinkle with chopped toasted nuts before serving. Cashews or peanuts both work well. Toasted sesame seeds are also a delicious garnish.

Find it online: https://desertislanddishes.co/shrimp-and-chicken-fried-rice/