Description
Shrimp Fried Rice is a quick and delicious dish that combines the savory taste of shrimp with fluffy jasmine rice, colorful vegetables, and aromatic flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like peas, carrots, and bell peppers)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining them.
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for a minute; then toss in the mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
- Add the cooked jasmine rice to the skillet and gently mix with the vegetables.
- Finally, add the shrimp and drizzle with soy sauce, stirring until the shrimp cook through, about 3-4 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- Leftover Shrimp Fried Rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Best served as a standalone meal or side dish to Asian-inspired main dishes.
- Use day-old rice for a dryer texture that fries better.
- Customize with your choice of vegetables for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg