Prawn Fried Rice with Basmati Rice

Ingredients

• Basmati rice (2 cups, cooked)
• Prawns (1 pound, peeled and deveined)
• Carrots (1 cup, diced)
• Peas (1 cup, frozen or fresh)
• Eggs (2, beaten)
• Green onions (2, sliced)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Ginger (1 tablespoon, minced)
• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
• Soy sauce (3 tablespoons)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
2. Add the prawns and cook until they turn pink and are fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Add the diced carrots and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Push the carrots to one side of the pan, and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, about 1-2 minutes.
6. Add the cooked basmati rice to the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the rice is heated through and mixed with the vegetables.
7. Add the peas, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, mixing everything thoroughly.
8. Finally, add the cooked prawns back into the pan and toss everything together until well combined.
9. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot, enjoying the rich flavors.