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Easy Shrimp Fried Rice


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

A comforting and quick dish perfect for busy weeknights, featuring shrimp and colorful vegetables.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the mixed vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are tender and fragrant.
  4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs on the other side. Scramble the eggs gently until fully cooked.
  5. Add the cooked rice, the cooked shrimp, soy sauce, and chopped green onions to the skillet. Stir everything together until well-combined and heated through.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture and prep all ingredients in advance for a smooth cooking process.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 300mg