Vietnamese-Style Spicy Fried Rice

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked long-grain rice (1 1/3 cups raw)
• 1/2 cup dried shrimp
• 4 teaspoons peanut oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
• 4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh lemongrass
• 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 1 small fresh red chili pepper, finely chopped
• 4 teaspoons vietnamese fish sauce
• 4 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Allow the rice to completely dry out before beginning this dish.

2. 2

   The easiest way to do this is to spread the rice evenly in a shallow dish, or on a tray, and leave uncovered in the refrigerator overnight.

3. 3

   The next day, place the shrimp in a heatproof bowl, cover with boiling water and allow to stand 30 minutes, or until soft, before draining.

4. 4

   In a large wok, heat the groundnut oil and stir-fry the onion, garlic, peanuts, lemon grass and turmeric, until fragrant.

5. 5

   Add the rice, shrimp and all the remaining ingredients and stir-fry until piping hot.

6. 6

   Serve immediately.