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Crispy Rice with Shrimp, Bacon, and Corn

Crispy Rice with Shrimp, Bacon, and Corn

Prepare to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure that will make your taste buds dance with excitement! This Asian-inspired Crispy Rice with Shrimp, Bacon, and Corn is not just a meal—it's a symphony of textures and flavors that combines the irresistible crunch of perfectly golden rice with succulent shrimp, smoky bacon, and sweet corn. In just 35 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that looks impressive, tastes incredible, and will have everyone at your table begging for seconds.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

  1. 2 cups of cooked rice
  2. 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  3. 6 slices of bacon, diced
  4. 1 cup of frozen corn kernels
  5. 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  6. 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  7. salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by patting the shrimp dry with paper towels and seasoning with salt and pepper. Ensure the rice is cooled and slightly dried out, which helps achieve crispiness.
  2. In a large skillet or cast-iron pan, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crisp and golden brown, approximately 5-6 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pan.
  3. Increase the skillet heat to medium-high and add the olive oil to the bacon fat. Spread the cooked rice evenly across the pan, pressing it down firmly to create a uniform layer. Allow the rice to cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until a golden-brown crispy crust forms on the bottom.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, arranging them around the crispy rice. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are just cooked through.
  5. Sprinkle the frozen corn kernels into the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they are heated through and slightly charred.
  6. Drizzle soy sauce over the entire dish, then gently mix the shrimp, corn, and crispy rice. Sprinkle the reserved crispy bacon pieces on top.
  7. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired. Serve immediately while the rice remains crisp and hot.

Tips

  1. Rice Texture is Key: Use day-old rice or freshly cooked rice that has been cooled and dried out. Moisture is the enemy of crispiness, so spread your rice on a tray and let it sit for 15-20 minutes before cooking.
  2. High Heat, No Stirring: When creating the crispy rice base, use medium-high heat and resist the urge to stir. Let the rice develop a golden-brown crust undisturbed for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Bacon Fat Magic: Keep the bacon fat in the pan—it adds incredible depth of flavor and helps create an even crispier rice base.
  4. Shrimp Timing: Add shrimp when they're just pink and slightly curled to prevent overcooking. They continue cooking even after being removed from heat.
  5. Optional Garnish: Fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions can add a bright, fresh contrast to the rich, crispy dish.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 420kcal

Carbohydrates: 35g

Protein: 30g

Fat: 18g

Saturated Fat: 5g

Cholesterol: 220mg

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