Arroz Estilo Baja California

Introduction

Arroz Estilo Baja California is a delightful fusion dish that marries the rich flavors of Mexican and Asian cuisines. This savory fried rice is bursting with the aromas of crispy bacon, succulent shrimp, and fresh vegetables. Perfect as a main course, it's a colorful, flavorful staple in any food lover's repertoire.

Ingredients

🛢️ 1 tablespoon grape seed oil
🥓 4-5 strips bacon, cut into pieces
🫚 1 piece ginger root approximately 4 cm, peeled and finely cut or mashed
🧄 3-4 cloves garlic, peeled and mashed
🥕 2 carrots, cut into half-moon shapes
🧅 1/2 red onion, finely diced
🍚 2 cups day-old rice
🦪 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
🍤 8 pieces shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cut into 3 pieces each
🌽 Kernels from 1 cob of corn, desgranado
🥫 2 tablespoons sesame oil Inés Aceite de Ajonjolí Tostado
🥬 1 stalk celery, cut into pieces
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Pepper
🌿 Chopped cilantro for decoration
🥑 Sliced avocado for decoration
🥢 2 teaspoons soy sauce

Instructions

1- Prep and Cook Bacon:

• Heat the grape seed oil in a T-fal non-stick pan over medium heat.
• Add the pieces of bacon, stirring occasionally with a wooden spatula, until the bacon is fully crispy and cooked through.

2- Sauté Onions and Aromatics:

• Incorporate the diced red onion into the pan with the bacon.
• Sauté until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
• Add the mashed ginger root and garlic, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to release their flavors.

3- Add Vegetables and Shrimp:

• Include the carrots, celery, and corn kernels in the pan.
• Stir continuously until the vegetables are just tender.
• Follow with the shrimp, cooking until they turn pink and are cooked through.

4- Mix in Rice and Sauces:

• Integrate the day-old rice into the pan, stirring meticulously to coat the grains with the existing ingredients.
• Add the oyster sauce, mixing well.
• Optionally, you can add the sesame oil and soy sauce for enhanced flavor.

5- Finish and Serve:

• Taste for seasoning, adding salt and pepper as desired.
• Serve the fried rice immediately in a serving bowl, garnishing with cilantro and avocado slices if chosen.

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: 30-40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approx. 390-450
Proteins: 20-25g
Fats: 15-20g
Carbohydrates: 40-50g
Equipment:

• T-fal non-stick frying pan
• Wooden spatula
• Cutting boards plastic and wood
• Knife
• Spoon

Cooking Tips

• Oil Control: Use sparingly, as bacon will also release fat.
• Maximize Flavor: Mash garlic and ginger finely.
• Best Rice Texture: Day-old rice is ideal for stir-frying; fresh rice may be too moist.

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Arroz Estilo Baja California