Gluten-Free Seafood Fried Rice
Delight your taste buds with this flavorful and nutritious Gluten-Free Seafood Fried Rice, a perfect one-pan meal that’s ready in just under an hour. This recipe combines tender jasmine rice with juicy shrimp, succulent sea scallops, and vibrant vegetables like carrots, peas, and green onions—all infused with the rich umami flavor of tamari (a gluten-free soy sauce) and a touch of aromatic sesame oil. The key to achieving perfectly fluffy fried rice lies in cooling the cooked rice before stir-frying, ensuring each grain is coated with savory goodness. With scrambled eggs, a hint of ginger and garlic, and an optional sprinkle of chopped cilantro for fresh, herby notes, this dish is a restaurant-quality favorite you can easily enjoy from the comfort of home. Great for busy weeknights or impressing dinner guests, this seafood fried rice is a satisfying gluten-free meal you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Jasmine rice
- 4 cups Water
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound Sea scallops
- 0.25 cup Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Carrot, diced
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 4 Green onions, sliced
- 2 Eggs, beaten
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to the package instructions using 4 cups of water. Once cooked, spread it out on a baking sheet to cool. This helps to prevent the rice from becoming mushy when frying.
2. While the rice is cooling, prepare the seafood. Pat the shrimp and scallops dry with paper towels and set them aside.
3. In a small bowl, combine the tamari and sesame oil. Set aside for later use.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and scallops in a single layer and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the seafood is opaque and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Add the diced carrot and cook for 2 minutes until slightly softened. Then, add the frozen peas and sliced green onions, and sauté for another 2 minutes.
7. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Stir occasionally to scramble the eggs as they cook, then mix them with the vegetables.
8. Add the cooled rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps. Pour the tamari and sesame oil mixture over the rice, and toss everything to combine well. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors and heat through.
9. Return the cooked shrimp and scallops to the skillet, and gently mix to combine. Season with the remaining salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
10. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your Homemade Gluten-Free Seafood Fried Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.3 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1413 mg | 471% | |
| Sodium | 8116 mg | 353% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.4 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 246.2 g | 492% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 721 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 4353 mg | 93% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
