Description
Shrimp fried rice is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and fluffy jasmine rice, all tossed together in a savory soy sauce glaze. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a comforting meal that everyone will love. With its rich flavors and colorful presentation, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 3 green onions (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 eggs (whisked)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions; let cool completely.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp and mixed vegetables; cook until shrimp turns pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Push the mixture aside and scramble whisked eggs in the skillet until just set.
- Stir in cooled rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil; mix until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg