Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Shrimp Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons peanut oil; 1/2 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined; 2 eggs, beaten with 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 teaspoon minced ginger; 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced; 3 cups cold cooked white rice, broken into separate grains; 1/2 cup frozen organic peas, thawed; 1/4 pound barbecued pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; Salt

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons peanut oil
1/2 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 eggs, beaten with 1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
3 cups cold cooked white rice, broken into separate grains
1/2 cup frozen organic peas, thawed
1/4 pound barbecued pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Salt

1
Heat a wok or large heavy skillet over high heat.
2
Add 2 tablespoons of the peanut oil and swirl to coat the wok.
3
Add the shrimp and stir-fry just until pink, about 2 minutes.
4
Remove shrimp and reserve.
5
Add eggs to wok and scramble until set, but still slightly runny.
6
Remove from pan, breaking into bite-sized pieces, and wipe wok clean.
7
Return wok to heat, add remaining 2 tablespoons peanut oil, and swirl to coat the wok.
8
Reduce the heat to medium-high, add the onions, garlic, and ginger and stir-fry until onion is half-cooked, 1 minute.
9
Add the red pepper and stir-fry until just tender but still crisp, about 2 minutes.
10
Add the cold rice, quickly spreading it all over the wok and tossing it to heat through, then fry for about 5 to 7 minutes.
11
(Add a little more oil if the rice is sticking.)
12
When the rice is hot, add the peas and toss to heat through, about 1 minute.
13
Add the pork, reserved shrimp, eggs, and salt, and stirfry to heat thoroughly, 1 to 2 minutes.
14
Serve immediately on a large platter.

1195

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons peanut oil, 1/2 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined, 2 eggs, beaten with 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped, 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.

Shrimp Fried Rice

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