Description
Indulge in a delightful combination of crispy shrimp and savory fried rice with this easy-to-make recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in just under 30 minutes, making it a flavorful option for family dinners or gatherings. The harmonious blend of textures—from the crunchy shrimp to the fluffy rice—will elevate your meal experience. Customize it with your favorite vegetables and spices for an added personal touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined)
- 3 cups cooked day-old rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Thaw and pat dry the shrimp; coat with cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté shrimp until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side), then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add vegetables and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Push veggies aside, scramble eggs in the skillet until fully cooked, then mix in the rice.
- Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil; mix well.
- Add crispy shrimp and green onions; toss gently to combine before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg