This shrimp fried rice is cozy, fast, and full of simple comfort. It’s the kind of easy skillet dinner that feels satisfying without being heavy. Perfect for busy weeknights or using up leftover rice.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked long-grain white rice, cold
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp neutral oil, divided
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining 1 tbsp neutral oil to the skillet. Pour in eggs and scramble gently until just set.
- Stir in garlic, peas and carrots, and green onions. Cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add cold rice, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return shrimp to the skillet. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss and cook 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Tip
Cold rice works best because it keeps the grains separate and prevents sogginess.
This simple shrimp fried rice is great on its own or paired with a crisp cucumber salad for an easy dinner night.
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Shrimp Fried Rice
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A quick and cozy shrimp fried rice made with simple ingredients and ready in one skillet.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked long-grain white rice, cold
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp neutral oil, divided
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
3 green onions, sliced
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
3. Add remaining 1 tbsp neutral oil to the skillet. Pour in eggs and scramble gently until just set.
4. Stir in garlic, peas and carrots, and green onions. Cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add cold rice, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Return shrimp to the skillet. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss and cook 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Notes
Use cold leftover rice for the best texture and fluffy fried rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired