Easy Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe
A quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish with tender shrimp, crisp veggies, and aromatic rice. Ready in 30 minutes, this weeknight favorite is customizable with your preferred vegetables and proteins.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
1 1/2 cups frozen peas and carrots
1 cup frozen sweet corn
1/2 cup chopped green onions
4 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
3 large eggs lightly beaten
4 cups cooked rice (day-old preferred)
4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon non-alcoholic sweet rice vinegar or substitute (1 teaspoon sugar + 1 teaspoon rice vinegar)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat
Add vegetable oil, then cook shrimp 3-4 minutes until just pink
Push shrimp to one side, add green onions, garlic, and ginger
Cook veggies 2-3 minutes until slightly softened
Add eggs and scramble until fully cooked
Incorporate cooked rice, mixing thoroughly
Stir in frozen veggies, soy sauce, and rice vinegar substitute
Season with salt and pepper if desired
Cook 3-5 minutes until rice is heated through and slightly crispy
Notes
Use pre-cooked shrimp for shortcut; add at last minute
Swap frozen veggies for broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas
For gluten-free: ensure soy sauce/tamari is gluten-free
Chill rice for at least 1 hour before cooking prevents clumping
Serve with steamed bok choy or a lime wedge for freshness
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