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easy shrimp fried rice

Easy Shrimp Fried Rice – A Quick and Delicious Weeknight Meal

Discover my simple shrimp fried rice recipe with fluffy rice, juicy shrimp, and vibrant veggies. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (300 g)
  • 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn) (150 g)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (30 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30 ml)
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink, then remove from the skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining oil, garlic, and mixed vegetables. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Push the veggies to one side, add the beaten eggs to the other side, and scramble until cooked.
  5. Mix in the cooked rice, shrimp, soy sauce, and green onions. Stir-fry for 5 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for best texture.
  • Add sesame oil for extra flavor.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg

Keywords: easy shrimp fried rice, quick dinner, weeknight meal