Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice (preferably refrigerated overnight)
  • 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 3 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 cup diced pineapple or 1/2 cup cashews for added flavor

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Ingredients:
    • Cook jasmine rice and let it cool. Preferably use leftover refrigerated rice.
    • Peel and devein the shrimp. Chop the vegetables and green onions.
  2. Cook Shrimp:
    • In a wok or large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
    • Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Scramble Eggs:
    • Push the shrimp to one side of the wok. Add another tablespoon of oil if needed.
    • Pour beaten eggs into the wok and scramble until just set.
  4. Cook Vegetables:
    • Combine the scrambled eggs with shrimp. Add mixed vegetables and chopped green onions. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Add Rice:
    • Add the cooked and cooled jasmine rice to the wok. Break up any clumps and mix well with the other ingredients.
  6. Season with Sauces:
    • Drizzle soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the rice. Toss everything together until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Add Shrimp Back In:
    • Return the cooked shrimp to the wok. Stir to incorporate with the rice and vegetables.
  8. Optional Additions:
    • If desired, add diced pineapple or cashews for extra flavor and texture.
  9. Stir-Fry:
    • Stir-fry the entire mixture for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
  10. Serve:
    • Transfer the Shrimp Fried Rice to a serving dish. Garnish with additional chopped green onions.
  11. Enjoy:
    • Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Shrimp Fried Rice!

Note:

  • Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other favorite vegetables or protein sources.

Enjoy making and savoring your homemade Shrimp Fried Rice! 🍤🍚