Shrimp Fried Rice
A quick and easy recipe for shrimp fried rice, perfect for busy weeknights, featuring shrimp, eggs, and vibrant green onions in a flavorful stir-fried dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice, cooled (day-old rice works best for texture)
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or frozen)
- 2 pcs eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 pcs green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and chop your green onions.
Cooking
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until they turn pink. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the cooked rice to the pan, breaking it up as needed. Stir-fry until heated through and slightly toasted.
- Push the rice to one side of the pan, pour in the beaten eggs, and scramble gently for a minute or so until just set. Mix through the rice.
- Add the shrimp back into the pan, along with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together.
- Stir in the chopped green onions, letting them wilt slightly.
- Serve the fried rice hot.
Notes
For best results, use cold, day-old rice. Cook over high heat for a better texture. If adding vegetables, maintain balance not to overpower flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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