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Chaufa de Mariscos

A vibrant Peruvian seafood fried rice that sizzles with shrimp, scallops, and fish. Tossed with soy sauce, ginger, and lime for bold, umami-rich flavor.

Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
410
Protein
32g
Chaufa de Mariscos
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat shrimp, scallops, and fish dry with paper towels. Season all with salt and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Mince garlic and ginger. Slice scallions, keeping white parts separate from green.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a 14-inch wok or large skillet over high heat until it shimmers.

  4. Step 4

    Add shrimp and scallops; sear without stirring for 2 minutes until edges pink slightly.

  5. Step 5

    Stir once, then add fish cubes. Cook 2 more minutes until shrimp are opaque throughout.

  6. Step 6

    Push seafood to the side. Add 1 tbsp oil to the empty space, then add garlic and ginger.

  7. Step 7

    Stir garlic-ginger into seafood for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  8. Step 8

    Add chilled rice, breaking up lumps with a spoon. Toss constantly for 3 minutes.

  9. Step 9

    Pour soy sauce over rice and toss for 1 minute until sauce coats everything evenly.

  10. Step 10

    Fold in scallion whites. Scatter green tops over the top.

  11. Step 11

    Divide into bowls. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • 14-inch wok or large skillet
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • paper towels
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups

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