Macanese Fried Rice

Experience the vibrant flavors of Macanese Fried Rice, a delicious fusion dish that blends Portuguese and Asian culinary traditions. This one-pan meal combines smoky, savory Portuguese chorizo with tender shrimp, fluffy scrambled eggs, and aromatic jasmine rice, all perfectly seasoned with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of white pepper. Bright pops of flavor come from finely chopped shallots, garlic, and sweet peas, creating a dish that’s both hearty and elegant. Finished with fresh green onion garnishes, this fried rice is a quick, 35-minute recipe ideal for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Bring the culinary richness of Macau to your table with this easy, flavorful recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Cooked jasmine rice
• 1 cup Portuguese chorizo, diced
• 1 cup Medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 Eggs
• 2 Shallots, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
• 3 tablespoons Cooking oil (vegetable or peanut)
• 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon White pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare all ingredients by chopping the chorizo, deveining the shrimp, finely chopping the shallots, and mincing the garlic. Crack the eggs into a bowl and lightly beat them.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble them until fully cooked but still soft. Transfer the scrambled eggs to a plate and set aside.

Step 3

Add another tablespoon of cooking oil to the skillet. Increase the heat to medium-high, and add the diced Portuguese chorizo. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring often, until the chorizo is slightly crispy and releases its oils.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and chorizo from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Add the remaining tablespoon of cooking oil to the skillet, then add the chopped shallots and minced garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps with the back of a spoon or spatula. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring continuously, to evenly heat the rice.

Step 7

Add the frozen peas, cooked chorizo, shrimp, and scrambled eggs back to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Drizzle the soy sauce and oyster sauce over the rice mixture. Season with salt and white pepper, then mix well to coat the rice and distribute the seasoning evenly.

Step 9

Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes to ensure the flavors meld together and the rice is slightly crispy on the bottom.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy your Macanese Fried Rice warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1697.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3039.8

Total Fat 147.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1022.7mg	0%
Sodium 7947.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 267.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 164.3g	0%

Vitamin D 504.2IU	0%
Calcium 384.0mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 2500.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 35.1%