Name: Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 cup frozen peas and carrots; 3 green onions, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp grated fresh ginger; 3 cups cooked cold jasmine rice; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil; Black pepper, to taste

Description

Shrimp Fried Rice is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender shrimp, fluffy rice, colorful vegetables, scrambled eggs, and a savory soy sauce blend. Perfect for using leftover rice and ready in just 25 minutes, this Asian-inspired dish combines simple ingredients for a delicious seafood fried rice that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Shrimp and Eggs

1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 eggs, beaten

Vegetables and Aromatics

1 cup frozen peas and carrots
3 green onions, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger

Rice and Oils

3 cups cooked cold jasmine rice
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
Black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Heat oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the shrimp.
Cook shrimp: Add the shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Scramble eggs: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs until just cooked and then transfer them to a plate for later use.
Sauté vegetables and aromatics: In the same pan, add garlic, fresh ginger, and the frozen peas and carrots. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until the vegetables are warmed through and fragrant.
Add rice: Add the cold jasmine rice to the pan and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, breaking up any clumps to ensure even heating and mixing with the vegetables.
Season rice: Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil evenly to coat the rice and vegetables thoroughly with the savory sauce.
Combine shrimp and eggs: Return the cooked shrimp and scrambled eggs to the skillet and toss everything together, cooking for an additional 1–2 minutes to heat through and blend flavors.
Garnish and serve: Garnish the shrimp fried rice with sliced green onions. Serve hot immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Use cold, day-old rice for best texture; fresh hot rice can become mushy.
Add diced bell peppers or mushrooms to increase vegetable variety and nutrition.
Adjust the amount of soy sauce to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired