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Easy Shrimp Fried Rice

Give this flavorful Shrimp fried rice recipe a try; it's made with fresh shrimp, eggs, and vegetables and seasoned with a savory soy sauce mixture that's delicious and satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes. The perfect solution for a busy weekday dinner!🍤

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 141 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • ½ pound Shrimp , peeled, deveined, and thawed
  • 3 cups cold/day-old jasmine or Basmati rice
  • 4 tbsp. avocado oil , canola oil, or peanut oil
  • 3 large eggs , lightly beaten with a small pinch of kosher salt
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
  • 1 onion , chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt , to taste
  • 2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tbsp. mushroom-flavored dark soy sauce or dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 small bunch of green onion , chopped

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl, combine mushroom-flavored dark soy sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine. Set aside
  2. Heat a 14-inch wok or large, heavy skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil and swirl to coat the wok. Add the shrimp and stir-fry just until pink, about 2 minutes. Remove shrimp and reserve. Add eggs to wok and scramble until set. Remove from pan, breaking into bite-sized pieces, and wipe wok clean.
  3. Return the wok to heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and swirl to coat the wok. Reduce the heat to medium-high, add the onions, and stir-fry until the onion is half-cooked for about 1 minute. Add peas/ carrots, mix and stir-fry until just tender but still crisp, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the cold rice, quickly spread it all over the wok, toss it to heat through, and then fry for about 5 to 7 minutes. (Add a little more oil if the rice is sticking.) Add the reserved shrimp, eggs, and stir-fry to heat thoroughly, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve the Shrimp Fried Rice immediately on a large platter. Enjoy!

Notes

  • How to Store & Re-Heat
  • How to Store & Re-Heat
  • To store: leftover shrimp fried rice, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it promptly. The rice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days. You can use the microwave or stovetop to reheat the shrimp fried rice.
  • To store: leftover shrimp fried rice, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it promptly. The rice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days. You can use the microwave or stovetop to reheat the shrimp fried rice.
  • To reheat:
  • To reheat:
  • Microwave: Place the desired portion of the shrimp fried rice in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until the rice is heated.
  • Microwave: Place the desired portion of the shrimp fried rice in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until the rice is heated.
  • Stovetop: Heat a wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add some oil. Once the oil is hot, add the leftover rice and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes or until heated. Make sure to stir the rice frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Avoid reheating the rice more than once, as it may lead to bacterial growth and cause food poisoning.
  • Stovetop: Heat a wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add some oil. Once the oil is hot, add the leftover rice and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes or until heated. Make sure to stir the rice frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Avoid reheating the rice more than once, as it may lead to bacterial growth and cause food poisoning.
  • Make-Ahead
  • Make-Ahead
  • Prepare this Shrimp Fried Rice as a make-ahead dish by following the recipe instructions up to step 6. Once the rice is fried, allow it to cool, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it. When you're ready to enjoy, simply reheat it in a wok or skillet, adding the reserved shrimp and scrambled eggs, and stir-fry until heated through. This make-ahead option provides a quick and convenient meal while maintaining its delicious flavors.
  • Prepare this Shrimp Fried Rice as a make-ahead dish by following the recipe instructions up to step 6. Once the rice is fried, allow it to cool, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it. When you're ready to enjoy, simply reheat it in a wok or skillet, adding the reserved shrimp and scrambled eggs, and stir-fry until heated through. This make-ahead option provides a quick and convenient meal while maintaining its delicious flavors.
  • Microwave: Place the desired portion of the shrimp fried rice in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until the rice is heated.
  • Stovetop: Heat a wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add some oil. Once the oil is hot, add the leftover rice and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes or until heated. Make sure to stir the rice frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Avoid reheating the rice more than once, as it may lead to bacterial growth and cause food poisoning.