The Best Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe (Easy!)
- DFDairy-Free
- PPaleo
- SFSugar Free
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!
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