Shrimp Fried Rice

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
  • 1/2 pound (225g) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (or mixed vegetables)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare rice: If using fresh rice, spread it on a tray to cool and dry out a bit.
  2. Cook shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Scramble eggs: In the same pan, add the beaten eggs. Stir and cook until just set, then push to the side.
  4. Stir-fry aromatics: Add remaining oil, sauté onion and garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add veggies: Stir in peas and carrots, cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Combine rice: Add cooked rice, breaking up clumps. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until everything is hot.
  7. Season: Pour in soy sauce and oyster sauce. Mix well. Return shrimp to the pan and toss to combine.
  8. Finish: Stir in green onions, taste, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve: Enjoy hot, straight from the wok!

Would you like a version with extra flavor tips or variations (like pineapple shrimp fried rice)?

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