Description
Make the best Shrimp and Egg Fried Rice with this easy recipe! Packed with juicy shrimp, fluffy eggs, and bold flavors. Ready in 20 min!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cold, cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1/2 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, for umami flavor)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (for finishing)
- 1/2 tsp white pepper (or black pepper to taste)
- 1/4 tsp salt (adjust as needed)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Cook and cool the rice ahead of time for the best texture. Day-old rice works best.
- Clean the shrimp by peeling and deveining them, then pat them dry.
- Chop the green onions and set aside for garnish.
Step 2: Cook the Eggs
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked.
- Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp
- In the same pan, add 1 tbsp oil.
- Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Step 4: Stir-Fry the Rice
- Add another 1 tbsp oil and increase heat to high.
- Toss in the cooked rice, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes to break up clumps.
- Add peas and carrots, mixing well.
- Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
Step 5: Combine Everything
- Return the shrimp and scrambled eggs to the pan.
- Stir everything together and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and add chopped green onions.
- Give it a final toss and serve hot.
Notes
- Use cold, day-old rice for the best fried rice texture. Fresh rice will turn mushy.
- Cook shrimp and eggs separately to prevent overcooking.
- Use high heat to achieve a smoky, restaurant-style fried rice flavor.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—stir-fry in batches if necessary.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or chili oil when serving
- Prep Time: 10minutes
- Cook Time: 15minutes