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The Best Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

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Description

Shrimp fried rice is a classic Chinese dish that can be found in almost every Chinese restaurant around the world. It is made with cooked rice, shrimp, vegetables, and eggs, all stir-fried in a wok. This dish is not only delicious, but it is also very easy to make at home. In this recipe, we will show you how to make the best shrimp fried rice that will rival any restaurant.

Prep Time

The preparation time for this recipe is around 20 minutes. This includes the time it takes to chop the vegetables and whisk the eggs.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 15 minutes. This includes the time it takes to cook the rice and shrimp and stir-fry all the ingredients together.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 eggs, whisked
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Cooking spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Bowl

Method

  1. Heat the wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the wok and set aside.
  4. Add the frozen peas and carrots to the wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until heated through.
  5. Move the vegetables to the sides of the wok and pour the whisked eggs into the middle. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked through.
  6. Add the cooked rice to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, breaking up any clumps of rice with a cooking spoon or spatula.
  7. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and black pepper to the wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until everything is well combined.
  8. Add the cooked shrimp back to the wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until everything is heated through.
  9. Remove the wok from the heat and let the fried rice cool for a few minutes before serving.
  10. Serve the shrimp fried rice hot and enjoy!

Notes

Feel free to add any other vegetables that you like to this recipe, such as sliced mushrooms or diced bell peppers. You can also adjust the amount of soy sauce and oyster sauce to your taste.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 470
  • Fat: 13g
  • Carbohydrates: 61g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Sodium: 1170mg

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, you can use leftover cooked rice instead of cooking it fresh. Just make sure to break up any clumps before adding it to the wok. You can also cook the shrimp and vegetables in batches to ensure that they cook evenly. Finally, be sure to let the fried rice cool for a few minutes before serving to avoid burning your tongue.

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