Name: Lime and Basil Zest Jiangsu-Style King Prawn Fried Rice
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Jiangsu Chinese
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked rice; 100g king prawns, peeled and deveined; 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers); 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 1 egg; 1 tbsp green onions; 1 tablespoon lime zest; 2 tablespoons fresh basil

Lime and Basil Zest Jiangsu-Style King Prawn Fried Rice

A fresh and zesty twist with lime zest and fresh basil for a bright, aromatic flavor.

27 minutes2 servings

Method

Add lime zest and fresh basil to the wok during the sautéing of vegetables.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add king prawns and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Add 1 tbsp oil to the wok. Sauté mixed vegetables for 2 minutes until tender-crisp.
Add cooked rice, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Toss well to coat.
Push rice to the side, scramble egg, mix in, and garnish with green onions.
Cook prawns to an internal temperature of 63°C (145°F) before serving.

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