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Shrimp Fried Rice

Quick and flavorful shrimp fried rice made at home — loaded with juicy shrimp, vegetables, and savory soy sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp Fried Rice
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups cold cooked rice preferably day-old
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large skillet and cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Scramble eggs in the same pan, then remove and set aside.
  4. Add garlic and vegetables; stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  5. Add cold rice and stir-fry until hot and slightly crispy.
  6. Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil; mix well.
  7. Return shrimp and eggs to the pan, add green onions, and stir until evenly combined.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture and flavor.