Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

Close up photo of Shrimp Fried Rice with a spoon

5 from 3 votes

Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

This easy Shrimp Fried Rice recipe is an easy 25 minute meal that is sure to be a hit with the family. My simple tips and tricks will ensure that this classic turns out perfect.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Keyword: 30 minute meal, fried rice, shrimp recipe

Servings: servings

Calories: 385kcal

Author: Lisa Longley

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 eggs whisked
1/4 cup sesame oil
2 medium carrots peeled and diced into small 1/2 inch cubes
1 pound shrimp 70 - 90 count, peeled, deveined, and thawed according to package instructions
2 cloves garlic minced
5 green onions diced
4 cups rice (cooked, cooled, and refrigerated at least four hours)
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt.
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Add the eggs. Using a spatula, scrape from the outsides to the center, flipping them as you cook them. Cook until just done, remove from the pan and cover to keep warm. (If the pan has a lot of residual eggs, clean it and then return it to the heat.)
3 eggs
Add oil and allow it to heat. Add the carrots to the oil and cook, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
1/4 cup sesame oil, 2 medium carrots
Add the shrimp, green onions, and garlic, and cook until the shrimp has gone from translucent to pink, about 2 to 3 minutes. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp.
1 pound shrimp, 2 cloves garlic, 5 green onions
Add the rice and toss to fully coat it in the oil, breaking up any chunks. Then stir in the reserved eggs and soy sauce.
4 cups rice, 1/4 cup soy sauce
Remove from the heat and stir in the frozen peas. If you stir in the peas as soon as you turn off the heat, the heat of the dish will thaw them perfectly.
1 cup frozen peas

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