Fried rice with shrimp

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice (preferably cold)

• 200g shrimp, peeled and cleaned

• 2 eggs

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 carrot, grated

• 1 cup fresh or frozen peas

• 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)

• Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat a large pan or wok over medium heat and add 1 tbsp of oil.

2. Beat the eggs in a bowl, pour them into the hot pan, and scramble until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pan, add another tbsp of oil, then sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and golden.

4. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

5. Add the grated carrot and peas to the pan and sauté for a few minutes until softened.

6. Stir in the cooked rice and mix well with the vegetables.

7. Add the scrambled eggs and cooked shrimp back into the pan, mixing everything together.

8. Pour in the soy sauce and ginger (if using), and stir well to combine.

9. Cook for a few more minutes, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.

10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.