Prawn Fried Rice

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Its the end of a long week, so get yourself a good DVD and curl up on the couch with this lounge-friendly fried rice. Preparation Time 10 minutes Ingredients (serves 6) 500g (2 1/2 cups) long-grain rice 1 tbs peanut oil 800g peeled green prawns American call shrimp 6 bacon rashes, rind removed, coarsely chopped, about 1.5cm pieces 3 eggs, lightly whisked 8 green shallots, ends trimmed, thinly sliced diagonally 100g (1 1/2 cups) bean sprouts, ends trimmed 80ml (1/3 cup) soy sauce Method Cook the rice following packet directions or until tender. Spread the rice over a baking tray. Place in the fridge overnight to cool completely. Heat the oil in a wok or frying pan over high heat until just smoking. Add the prawns and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes or until the prawns curl and change colour. Transfer to a plate. Add the bacon and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden and crisp. Transfer to the plate. Add the egg and swirl slightly. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until almost set. Use a wooden spoon to stir and break up the egg. Add prawns, bacon, rice and soy sauce and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until the rice is heated through. Add the shallot and bean sprouts and stir-fry for 1 minute or until combined. Spoon into serving boxes and serve immediately. Notes & tips Note: You can prepare this recipe to the end of step 1 up to 1 day ahead. Continue from step 2 up to 30 minutes before serving.