Ingredients

  • 2 bunches scallions
  • 3/4 pound cooked and peeled medium shrimp (about 18 large)
  • 5 cups chilled Chinese-style white rice
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or sake
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons corn or safflower oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh gingerroot
  • a thawed 10-ounce package frozen peas

Method

  • Finely chop enough scallions to measure about 2 cups and halve shrimp lengthwise.
  • Spread rice in a shallow baking pan and separate grains with a fork.
  • In a small bowl lightly beat eggs.
  • In a small bowl stir together seasoning liquid ingredients.
  • In a deep 12-inch heavy non-stick skillet heat corn or safflower oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and stir-fry eggs until scrambled, about 30 seconds.
  • Add scallions and gingerroot and stir-fry 1 minute.
  • Add shrimp and peas and stir-fry until heated through.
  • Add rice and cook, stirring frequently, 2 to 3 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Stir seasoning liquid and add to fried rice, tossing to coat evenly.