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Shrimp Fried Rice

This classic Asian-inspired shrimp fried rice combines tender shrimp, fluffy rice, scrambled eggs, and fresh vegetables in a savory soy sauce base. The result is a perfectly balanced one-pan meal that rivals your favorite Chinese restaurant.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 483
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked long-grain white rice chilled overnight
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 3 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup fresh bean sprouts
  • 4 green onions thinly sliced, whites and greens separated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Prepare all ingredients before beginning. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  3. Add another tablespoon of oil to the same pan. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble quickly until just set, about 30 seconds. Remove eggs to the plate with shrimp.
  4. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add the white parts of green onions, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add cold rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until rice is heated through and starting to crisp slightly.
  6. Add peas, carrots, and bean sprouts. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until vegetables are heated through but still crisp.
  7. Return the cooked shrimp and eggs to the pan. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with the green parts of green onions and optional cilantro or sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 483kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 187mgSodium: 1638mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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