Description
Shrimp Fried Rice is a delicious and satisfying one-pan meal that combines tender shrimp, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables. Infused with savory soy sauce and nutty sesame oil, this quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. Versatile and customizable, it allows you to use any leftover proteins or veggies on hand, making cleanup a breeze while delivering maximum flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers)
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces; ensure the cooked rice is cold.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté shrimp until pink (about 2-3 minutes), then remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil if needed and toss in minced garlic followed by mixed vegetables. Stir-fry until tender yet crisp (around 3-4 minutes).
- Add the cold cooked rice to the pan, breaking up clumps as you mix everything together.
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil while stirring continuously until well-coated. Return the shrimp to the pan.
- Fold in sliced green onions just before serving for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg