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Shrimp Fried Garlic Rice

Delicious Shrimp Fried Garlic Rice Ready in 30 Minutes

Enjoy this flavorful Shrimp Fried Garlic Rice, a quick and satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Rice
  • 10 oz medium shrimp provides rich protein and sweet flavor; can substitute with chicken, tofu, or extra veggies
  • 4 cups cooked jasmine rice chilled to prevent clumping
  • 6 cloves garlic finely minced, essential for aroma and flavor
  • 2 green onions sliced, separate white and green parts
  • 2/3 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed; can swap with seasonal veggies
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce omit for vegetarian version
  • 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil adjust according to flavor preference
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten; can be omitted
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil essential for sautéing

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant and golden.
  2. Add 10 oz of medium shrimp to the skillet, cook for 2 to 3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque, then remove them from the skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining vegetable oil, the rest of the minced garlic, and the white parts of the green onions. Sauté for another 30 seconds.
  4. Push the mixture to one side and pour in 2 lightly beaten eggs, scrambling them until just set before mixing everything together.
  5. Add the chilled jasmine rice and break up clumps, stirring in the thawed frozen peas and carrots. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, drizzle in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning, then garnish with the green parts of the sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Chill the rice before use to avoid clumping and always use medium-high heat for proper sautéing.

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