Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe: Savory and Flavorful
Classic Shrimp Fried Rice with savory, umami-rich flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled
- 3 cups cooked white rice chilled
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
- 2 large eggs beaten
- ½ cup diced onion
- ½ cup diced carrots
- ½ cup frozen peas thawed
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce optional
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 green onions sliced
- Optional: Extra green onions sesame seeds
- Suggested Pairings: Green tea egg rolls
Instructions
- Cook rice in advance; chill. Pat shrimp dry.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil; cook shrimp 2–3 min per side; remove.
- Scramble eggs in a skillet; remove.
- Sauté onion, carrots, garlic, and peas in 1 tbsp oil.
- Add rice, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and pepper; stir-fry 3–4 min.
- Return shrimp and eggs; taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve in a white ceramic bowl with green onions, tea, and egg rolls.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for the best texture.
- Store in fridge for 3 days or freeze for 1 month.
- Try a gluten-free or spicy variation.
- Pair with cucumber salad.