Cuttlefish and Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe | Easy & Delicious Rice Dish! Mali cooking

cuttlefish

🥗Healthier: squid

💰Cheaper: pollock

Squid offers a similar texture and flavor, while pollock is more affordable.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken provides a lean protein alternative, and tofu is budget-friendly for a vegetarian option.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, and vegetable oil is a cost-effective substitute.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in diced green bell pepper, carrot, and peas; cook until vegetables are tender, about 4-5 minutes.

Add cuttlefish and shrimp; cook until shrimp is pink and cuttlefish is opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

Push the mixture to one side of the skillet; crack an egg into the empty space and scramble until cooked.

Combine the rice with the seafood and vegetables; stir well to mix.

Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil; stir to coat the rice evenly.

Add grated ginger and lime juice; mix thoroughly.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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