Description
Satisfy your cravings with this Easy Shrimp Fried Rice, a delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights. In just 30 minutes, you can create a vibrant meal featuring succulent shrimp, colorful vegetables, and fluffy rice all cooked in one pan. This recipe is not only quick but also incredibly satisfying, making it an ideal option for family dinners or last-minute gatherings. Customize the dish by adding your favorite veggies or adjusting the seasonings to suit your taste. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this easy fried rice is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like peas and carrots)
- 3 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink (about 3-4 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté mixed vegetables for about 2 minutes. Push to one side and scramble the eggs in the empty space until fully cooked.
- Add the cooked rice and shrimp back to the pan. Pour in soy sauce and mix well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in green onions, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg