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Vietnamese Fried Rice

A quick and savory fried rice with dried shrimp, Chinese sausage, and fresh herbs, ready in about 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
12g
Vietnamese Fried Rice
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • ¼ cup dried shrimp
  • 2 links Chinese sausage
  • 3 stalks green onions
  • ¼ cup cilantro
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak the 1/4 cup dried shrimp in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain and chop finely. Slice the 2 Chinese sausages into thin rounds and chop the 3 green onions and 1/4 cup cilantro.

  2. 2

    Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the sliced sausage and chopped shrimp, stir-frying until fragrant and slightly crisp, about 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the 3 cups cooked rice and 2 tbsp soy sauce. Stir-fry, breaking up clumps, until the rice is hot and evenly coated, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in the chopped green onions and cilantro, then cook for 1 more minute until wilted. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet or wok
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

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