Ginger Shrimp with Fried Rice

Ingredients

• 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1 cup of diced carrots
• 1 cup of diced bell peppers
• 2 cups of cooked white rice
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 scallions, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, soy sauce, sesame oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and grated ginger. Let the marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the carrots and bell peppers and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Remove the shrimp and vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
4. Add the cooked rice, garlic, scallions, salt, and pepper to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the shrimp and vegetables back to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve the ginger shrimp with fried rice warm.

Interesting Facts

• Ginger is a root vegetable that is commonly used in Asian cooking.
• Shrimp is a type of shellfish that is high in protein and low in fat.
• Fried rice is a dish that is made by stir-frying cooked white rice with vegetables and seasonings.