Crab Fried Rice with Lime & Cilantro

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 Here’s a delicious recipe for Crab Fried Rice with Lime & Cilantro that’s perfect for seafood lovers!



Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)

  • 1/2 pound fresh crab meat (lump or claw)

  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 1/2 cup peas and carrots (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 2 green onions, sliced

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • Juice of 1 lime (plus extra lime wedges for serving)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Ingredients:

    • Make sure the rice is cold and separated into grains (fresh rice tends to clump together, so day-old rice works best).

    • Pick through the crab meat to remove any small shell fragments.

  2. Cook the Eggs:

    • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.

    • Add the beaten eggs and scramble them quickly until fully cooked but still soft.

    • Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside.

  3. Sauté Aromatics:

    • In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil.

    • Sauté the minced garlic and onions until fragrant and translucent (about 2-3 minutes).

    • If you're using peas and carrots, add them now and cook for another 2 minutes.

  4. Add Rice:

    • Increase the heat to high, then add the cold, cooked rice to the pan.

    • Stir-fry the rice, breaking up any clumps with the back of your spatula.

    • Add the soy sauce and fish sauce to season the rice. Toss everything for about 3-4 minutes.

  5. Add Crab and Eggs:

    • Gently fold in the crab meat and scrambled eggs into the rice mixture.

    • Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the crab to warm up and combine with the rice.

  6. Finish with Lime and Cilantro:

    • Remove the pan from heat and squeeze the juice of one lime over the fried rice.

    • Stir in the chopped cilantro and green onions.

  7. Season & Serve:

    • Taste the fried rice. If needed, adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, or more soy sauce.

    • Serve with extra lime wedges on the side for a fresh citrusy kick.

Enjoy your Crab Fried Rice with Lime & Cilantro! It's light, refreshing, and perfect for a seafood-filled meal.

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