Description
Looking for the best shrimp fried rice recipe that is easy quick and full of flavor This simple dish comes together fast using everyday ingredients and is perfect for busy weeknights family dinners or meal prep ideas It is a healthy homemade option that works great as a complete meal or a satisfying leftover lunch Save this easy shrimp fried rice for simple dinners and casual gatherings when you want comfort food made at home
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 12 oz shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup green peas
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat then add shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink Remove and set aside Tip do not overcook the shrimp to keep them juicy
- Add remaining oil to the skillet then sauté onion for 2 minutes until soft Stir in carrots peas and garlic and cook for another 3 minutes until vegetables are tender
- Push vegetables aside add beaten eggs and scramble gently until just set then mix with vegetables
- Add cooked rice spreading it evenly Let it sit for 30 seconds before stirring to help it fry evenly
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil Stir well so rice is evenly coated Tip adjust seasoning gradually
- Return shrimp to the skillet and toss gently Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until heated through Serve hot
Notes
- Cold rice works best for fried rice texture
- Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid soggy rice
- Adjust soy sauce to taste
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 185mg