Description
Shrimp Fried Rice is a quick, flavorful dish packed with juicy shrimp, fluffy rice, and crisp veggies, all tossed together in a savory garlic-soy sauce blend. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or quick lunch.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked and chilled white rice
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup green peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, scramble the beaten eggs and set aside.
- Add garlic, diced carrots, and green peas to the pan and sauté until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chilled rice, breaking up any clumps with a spatula and stir-fry until heated through.
- Return the cooked shrimp and scrambled eggs to the pan.
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Add green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for the best texture.
- Customize with your favorite veggies or proteins like chicken or tofu.
- Add chili paste or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
