Description
Shrimp Fried Rice is a savory, flavorful dish that brings together succulent shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly seasoned rice. It’s a great go-to meal for a quick, satisfying dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
2 green onions, chopped
Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Scramble the eggs in the skillet for 1-2 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until heated through.
- Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and ground white pepper. Stir everything together until evenly combined.
- Return the cooked shrimp and scrambled eggs to the skillet and mix well.
- Stir in the chopped green onions and season with salt to taste. Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit the shrimp and add extra tofu or more vegetables.
If you want a spicy kick, add chili paste, red pepper flakes, or fresh chopped chili peppers.
If you don’t have day-old rice, spread freshly cooked rice on a baking sheet to cool before using.
This recipe can be made gluten-free by using tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
