Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Shrimp Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce; ½ teaspoon sugar; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided; 2 eggs, lightly beaten with 2 teaspoons water; 34 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed; 2 tablespoons canola oil; ¾ cup onion, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced; ½ teaspoon garlic clove, minced; ½ cup green onion, minced and divided; 2 cups cold cooked brown basmati rice (or use your choice of rice); 1 cup bean sprouts (found in produce section or use canned); ¾ cup snow peas (fresh produce or use frozen peas)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
½ teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided
2 eggs, lightly beaten with 2 teaspoons water
34 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
2 tablespoons canola oil
¾ cup onion, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
½ teaspoon garlic clove, minced
½ cup green onion, minced and divided
2 cups cold cooked brown basmati rice (or use your choice of rice)
1 cup bean sprouts (found in produce section or use canned)
¾ cup snow peas (fresh produce or use frozen peas)

1
In a small bowl, combine oyster sauce, soy sauce and sugar; set aside.
2
Heat a heavy 12-inch skillet (or wok) over medium-high heat until hot.
3
Add 1 teaspoon sesame oil and eggs.
4
Cook until eggs are softly scrambled; remove from pan and set aside.
5
Add remaining teaspoon sesame oil to pan and stir-fry shrimp until just cooked, about 2 minutes.
6
Remove from pan.
7
Wipe pan clean.
8
Add canola oil to pan and stir-fry onions 2 minutes.
9
Add ginger, garlic and about half the green onions; stir-fry 30 seconds.
10
Add rice, and cook, without stirring, 1 minute until it begins to crisp, then stir-fry an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
11
Add bean sprouts, snow peas (or peas), egg, shrimp, remaining green onions and soy sauce mixture.
12
Toss gently until thoroughly heated and serve.

4385

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

942

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce, ½ teaspoon sugar, 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Fried Rice falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp Fried Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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