Vietnemese Style Spicy Fried Rice

By Hester

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked long-grain rice (1 1/3 cups raw)
• 1/2 cup dried shrimp
• 4 teaspoons peanut oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
• 4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh lemongrass
• 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 1 small fresh red chili pepper, finely chopped
• 4 teaspoons vietnamese fish sauce
• 4 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

Allow the rice to completely dry out before beginning this dish.
The easiest way to do this is to spread the rice evenly in a shallow dish, or on a tray, and leave uncovered in the refrigerator overnight.

The next day, place the shrimp in a heatproof bowl, cover with boiling water and allow to stand 30 minutes, or until soft, before draining.

In a large wok, heat the peanut oil and stir-fry the onion, garlic, peanuts, lemon grass and turmeric, until fragrant.

Add the rice, shrimp and all the remaining ingredients and stir-fry until piping hot.
Serve immediately.