shrimp fried rice recipe

How to Make Shrimp Fried Rice: A Comprehensive Guide

Shrimp fried rice is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for any meal. Here’s a step-by-step guide to mastering it.

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked rice (day-old works best), 200g shrimp (peeled and deveined), 2 eggs, 1/2 cup mixed veggies (peas, carrots, corn), 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and chopped green onions for garnish.

Steps:

1. Prep: Rinse rice to remove excess starch. Pat shrimp dry; season lightly with salt and pepper. Whisk eggs in a bowl.

2. Cook Shrimp & Veggies: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok over medium-high. Stir-fry shrimp for 1-2 minutes until pink. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, sauté garlic and veggies for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.

3. Scramble Eggs & Rice: Push veggies to one side. Pour in eggs, scramble until set, then mix with veggies. Add rice, breaking up clumps with a spatula.

4. Season & Combine: Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss well. Return shrimp to the pan, stir-fry for 1 minute, and garnish with green onions.

Tips: Use high heat for a “wok hei” flavor. Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender. For extra richness, add a dash of oyster sauce.

Enjoy your restaurant-quality shrimp fried rice in under 20 minutes!