Easy Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

A Brief History of Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp fried rice originated in Southern China, where cooked rice was mixed with various ingredients to create a satisfying meal. Over time, this dish spread globally, with variations incorporating local flavours and ingredients.

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Ingredients:

• 2 cups shrimp small-medium fresh/thawed (about 15-20) pieces
• 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old rice) I use jasmine
• 2 medium eggs
• 2 tbsp butter (divided)
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3/4 cup mixed peas and carrots
• 1/2 cup frozen corn
• 1 tsp garlic ginger paste
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 medium scallions (chopped)
• 1/4 tsp salt or more to taste
• 1/2 tsp crushed pepper or cayenne or more to taste (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat
2. Add shrimp and garlic ginger paste and cook until pink. Drain the extra liquid if excess to use later.
3. Once the rest of the liquid dries up, remove the shrimp and set aside
4. Add the rest of the butter and cook vegetables until tender, about 3-4 minutes
5. Create a hole and add the eggs to scramble
6. Add the spices, sesame oil and the sauces followed by the chilled rice and sauté until combined
7. Return shrimp to the skillet and stir fry until everything is well combined
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste
9. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve hot.

Easy Shrimp Fried Rice

Flavorful, easy-to-make one-pan shrimp fried rice for those busy weeknights

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Course Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Chinese

Servings 4

Calories 414 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups shrimps small-medium size thawed/fresh about 15-20 pcs
• 2 medium eggs beaten
• 2 tbsp butter divided
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3/4 cup mixed peas and carrots
• 1/2 cup frozen corn
• 1 tsp garlic ginger paste
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 cups cooked rice cold-I use white jasmine rice
• 2 medium scallions chopped (whites separated)
• 1/4 tsp salt or more to taste
• 1/2 tsp crushed pepper or cayenne pepper or more to taste optional

Instructions

 

• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat
• Add shrimp and garlic ginger paste and cook until pink. Drain the extra liquid if excess to use later.
• Once the rest of the liquid dries up, remove the shrimp and set aside
• Add the rest of the butter and cook vegetables until tender, about 3-4 minutes
• Add the vegetables and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes
• Create a hole and add the eggs to scramble 
• Add the spices, sesame oil and the sauces followed by the chilled rice and sauté until combined
• Return shrimp to the skillet and stir fry until everything is well combined
• Season with salt and pepper to taste
• Garnish with scallions (green part) and serve hot.

Notes

Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 33gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 298mgSodium: 978mgPotassium: 559mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3082IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Keyword Easy, Fried Rice, Quick DInner, Shrimp

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Tips and Variations

• If you don’t have cold rice, add 1 cup of rinsed jasmine rice to 1.5 cup water, butter, and salt to taste. Bring to a boil then cover reduce heat to low and cover the rice to slowly cook. Once cooked spread the rice in a flat wide container and place it in the freezer for about 15 minutes or fridge for a bit longer to cool
• Customize with your favourite veggies or protein sources.
• You can use any oil of your choice
• Serve with egg rolls for a complete Chinese-inspired meal.
• For a low-carb option, substitute rice with cauliflower rice and replace vegetables with chopped celery and bell peppers

Shrimp fried rice is a delicious and versatile dish perfect for any occasion. With its quick preparation time, nutritional benefits, and customizable ingredients, it’s a great addition to your meal repertoire.

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