The Best Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe (Easy!)

Name: The Best Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe (Easy!)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 3 tbsp sesame oil; 1 red bell pepper (diced); 1 cup frozen or canned peas and carrots; 1 cup frozen or canned corn; 1½ tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp ground ginger; salt and pepper (to taste); 4 eggs (lightly beaten); 1 lb frozen cooked shrimp (thawed); 2 (8.8 oz) pouch cooked rice; 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce; 2 green onions (diced, for garnish - optional)

Published on July 12, 2023 by Sarah Troester

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This easy-to-make shrimp fried rice dish is packed with flavorful shrimp, fluffy rice, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all stir-fried to perfection. This 15 minute dish is a staple in our home and guaranteed to hit the spot in both ease and satisfaction!

Shrimp fried rice is my son’s favorite dish in the whole wide world. It was like love at first bite for him! Because this dish is a fan favorite in our home, I find myself making it on the regular. It’s a recipe I don’t mind making often because it is so easy to throw together and turns out perfect every single time.

I love that shrimp fried rice isn’t only delicious and comforting, but it’s also a wholesome meal. Packed with nutritious vegetables, high-quality protein from the shrimp, and carbs from the rice, it’s a well-balanced dish that I can feel good about serving to my entire family. It’s a dinner winner in terms of taste and nutrition, making it the ideal choice for a satisfying, quick and easy family meal.

why you’ll love easy shrimp fried rice

Quick and Easy Preparation: With this easy shrimp fried rice recipe, you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time! I use Ready Rice (White Rice, Brown Rice, or Fried Rice works wonderfully) to save extra time with cooking. Additionally, I recommend using cooked shrimp which will also save you time in preparation.
Versatile and Customizable: One of the great things about shrimp fried rice is its versatility. You can customize the ingredients to suit your taste preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether you want to add more vegetables, swap shrimp for chicken or tofu, or adjust the seasoning levels, this recipe allows you to experiment and make it your own.
A Complete Meal: Shrimp fried rice is not only delicious, but it’s also a complete meal in itself. With a perfect balance of carbohydrates, protein, and vegetables, it satisfies your hunger and keeps you energized. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to incorporate nutritious ingredients into your diet, making it a family-friendly dish that your loved ones will enjoy.
Bursting with Flavor: The combination of tender shrimp, savory soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and stir-fried vegetables created a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite. The soy sauce infuses the rice with a rich umami taste that complements the sweetness of the shrimp. And then add in my favorite part, scrambled egg which adds another depth of flavor and a dish that will leave you craving more.
Leftovers Are Just as Good: Another reason to love shrimp fried rice is that it tastes just as delicious as leftovers. The flavors have time to meld together, allowing the rice to absorb even more of the savory goodness. This means you can enjoy it for lunch the next day or even freeze it for later meals. It’s a perfect option for meal prepping or when you need a quick and satisfying lunch option.

ingredients

To make this easy, delicious, and wholesome shrimp fried rice recipe you’ll need a few ingredients that you can get at almost any grocery store or even online!

Here’s what we are working with:

how to make quick and easy shrimp fried rice

Into a large non-stick skillet or wok, add sesame oil, diced red pepper, and cook over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes, adding in the peas, carrots, and corn; cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften, stirring frequently.
Add in the garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, and cook until fragrant.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, adding in the eggs to the other side; cook until eggs are scrambled.
Add the shrimp and rice to the pan. Evenly distribute the soy sauce over the pan and stir to combine.
Cook 3-5 minutes, until shrimp is heated through. Garnish with green onion.

can you meal prep shrimp fried rice?

YES! This easy shrimp fried recipe makes an amazing meal prep. It’s a one pan, quick and easy meal which means more time for you to enjoy you weekend without a whole lot of time spent meal prepping. Simply divide this recipe into 4 meal prep containers. The flavors in this recipe have time to meld together, allowing the rice to absorb even more of the savory goodness. You will be set for the week with this meal. It’s a fantastic option for a complete, quick, and satisfying meal prep.

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do. It’s definitely one of those recipes worth saving. There’s nothing better than having what looks and tastes like a gourmet meal on the table, but one that saves you time behind the scenes.

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ENJOY!

shrimp, rice, peas, carrots, corn, and scrambled eggs on a wooden spoon in a large black skillet

The Best Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe (Easy!)

Servings:

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 20

Ingredients

3 tbsp sesame oil
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup frozen or canned peas and carrots
1 cup frozen or canned corn
1½ tsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground ginger
salt and pepper, to taste
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 lb frozen cooked shrimp, thawed
2 (8.8 oz) pouch cooked rice, I use Ready Rice (White Rice, Brown Rice, or Fried Rice)
4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 green onions, diced, for garnish – optional

Instructions

Into a large non-stick skillet or wok, add sesame oil, diced red pepper, and cook over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes, adding in the peas, carrots, and corn; cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften, stirring frequently.
Add in the garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, and cook until fragrant.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, adding in the eggs to the other side; cook until eggs are scrambled.
Add the shrimp and rice to the pan. Evenly distribute the soy sauce over the pan and stir to combine.
Cook 3-5 minutes, until shrimp is heated through. Garnish with green onion if desired.

Equipment

1 large skillet or wok

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