Shrimp fried rice is a classic Chinese dish that is easy to make at home and perfect for a quick and tasty meal. Here is a recipe to make shrimp fried rice:
Ingredients:
- 3 cups of cooked white rice (preferably cold, leftover rice)
- 1 lb. of raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup of frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same pan. Add the garlic and onion and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
- Add the peas and carrots to the pan and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until they are heated through.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour the beaten eggs onto the empty side. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked through, and then mix them with the vegetables.
- Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the rice is heated through.
- Add the cooked shrimp to the pan, and then add the soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, or until everything is well combined.
- Season the shrimp fried rice with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions, if desired.
Shrimp fried rice is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. You can also add other vegetables such as mushrooms, bell peppers, or bean sprouts to the dish for more flavor and nutrition. Enjoy!
