Shrimp Fried Rice

Name: Shrimp Fried Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 cups cooked rice; 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 green onions, sliced; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Tender shrimp stir-fried with rice, vegetables, and eggs in a savory soy sauce. A quick and satisfying meal.

25 minEasyServes 4370 cal/serving

ChineseDinnerStovetopPescatarianPork-Free

Ingredients

1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups cooked rice
1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
2 eggs, beaten
2 green onions, sliced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the 1 tbsp vegetable oil and swirl to coat the surface.
2

Add the peeled and deveined 1/2 lb shrimp to the hot oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Use a food thermometer to check that the shrimp have reached an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for food safety. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the beaten 2 eggs to the same skillet. Scramble the eggs, stirring frequently, until they are just set but still moist, about 1 minute. Push the eggs to one side of the pan.
4

Add the 2 cups cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes to heat through.
5

Add the 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots directly to the skillet (no need to thaw). Stir to combine with the rice and eggs.
6

Drizzle the 1 tbsp soy sauce over the mixture and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
7

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and add the sliced 2 green onions. Stir gently to incorporate and heat the shrimp through, about 1 minute.
8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Questions

Can I make Shrimp Fried Rice gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Shrimp Fried Rice keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within two days (seafood turns fast). Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Shrimp Fried Rice?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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