Description
Shrimp Fried Rice is a quick, flavorful dish combining tender shrimp, fluffy day-old rice, fresh vegetables, and savory seasonings to create a balanced, wholesome meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or using leftovers, it delivers vibrant tastes and textures in one easy skillet preparation.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice (day-old for best texture)
- 12 oz fresh shrimp, thawed and deveined
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup smoked turkey bacon, diced
- 2 eggs, lightly scrambled
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (natural)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (natural)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Thaw and devein the shrimp if needed. Dice the carrots and slice the green onions. Ensure the cooked rice is chilled and separated for the best fried rice texture.
- Cook the Eggs: Heat a small amount of sesame oil (natural) in a skillet over medium heat. Lightly scramble the eggs until just set, then remove them from the pan and set aside to keep moist.
- Sauté Vegetables and Smoked Turkey Bacon: Add vegetable oil to the same skillet and sauté diced carrots, peas, minced garlic, and grated ginger until fragrant and tender. Add diced smoked turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook over medium-high heat until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes, being careful not to overcook.
- Add Rice and Seasonings: Stir in the cooked rice, sliced green onions, and soy sauce (natural). Toss everything together on high heat to combine evenly and heat through.
- Combine and Finish: Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet and gently mix into the rice mixture. Drizzle with sesame oil (natural) and toss to incorporate the nutty aroma and finish the dish.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for a better texture and less stickiness.
- Cook over high heat to prevent sogginess and enhance flavor.
- Prepare all ingredients in advance to ensure smooth cooking.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- Season gradually, tasting as you go to achieve perfect balance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: shrimp fried rice, quick dinner, easy stir-fry, seafood rice, weeknight meal
