Shacha Sauce Fried Rice Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons shacha sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, sliced for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- Wok or large skillet
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the frozen peas and carrots and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until they are cooked through.
4. Push the vegetables to one side of the wok or skillet, and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked through.
5. Add the cooked white rice to the wok or skillet, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the rice is heated through.
6. Add the shacha sauce to the wok or skillet, and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the rice is evenly coated with the sauce.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 2-3 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 350
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 9g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cooked rice for this recipe, such as brown rice or jasmine rice.
- You can substitute frozen peas and carrots with any other vegetables you like, such as broccoli or bell peppers.
- If you don't have shacha sauce, you can use soy sauce or oyster sauce instead.

Variations:
- You can add cooked shrimp, chicken, or beef to the fried rice for extra protein.
- You can add chopped pineapple or cashews for a tropical twist.
- You can use quinoa instead of rice for a healthier option.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the rice is cold before stir-frying it, as this will prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Use a spatula to break up any clumps of rice while stir-frying.
- Don't overcook the vegetables, as they should still have some crunch.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover fried rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the fried rice in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the fried rice in a bowl or on a plate, garnished with sliced green onions.

Garnishes:
- Sliced green onions

Pairings:
- This fried rice pairs well with any type of Asian-inspired main dish, such as stir-fry or dumplings.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables
- Egg rolls
- Wonton soup

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice is too dry, add a splash of chicken broth or water to moisten it.
- If the rice is too wet, cook it for a few more minutes to evaporate any excess moisture.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the eggs until they are fully cooked to prevent any risk of foodborne illness.

Food history:
- Shacha sauce is a popular condiment in Taiwanese and Fujianese cuisine, made from soybean oil, garlic, shallots, chilies, and dried shrimp.

Flavor profiles:
- This fried rice has a savory and slightly spicy flavor, with a hint of umami from the shacha sauce.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve this fried rice as a main dish for lunch or dinner, or as a side dish for a larger meal.

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Taste: Savory, Tangy, Spicy, Umami, Aromatic