Easy Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe The Best

Not only does homemade fried shrimp rice taste amazing, it can be as fast - or even faster! - than picking up or having an order delivered. Prep the ingredients ahead and use leftover rice to make this easy Asian recipe in less than 30 minutes. It’s perfect to serve as a side dish or well rounded meal complete with protein, veggies, and carbs - plus TONS of flavor! Because it’s so simple and practically foolproof, this is one of my restaurant favorites to make at home. And it’s time I share it with you! We start with the basics in this authentic best shrimp fried rice recipe, then take the tastiness up a notch by adding spicy chili peppers. The result is a familiar and comforting dish that’s absolutely delicious - and is healthier than takeout fast food chains. *Here are more easy and delicious dinner recipes for you to try:

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Ingredients you’ll need for shrimp fried rice

How to make shrimp fried rice?

Stir well to combine. Cooked Rice: The key to perfect fried rice is to use pre-cooked rice that has been completely cooled. Eggs: Use large eggs. I prefer cage-free brown eggs as these tend to have nice vibrant yellow/orange yolks. Fresh Veggies: This recipe includes chopped white onion, carrots, green peas, and sliced scallions. Vegetable and Sesame Oil: Canola or vegetable oil is high-heat and perfect for stir frying the shrimp and veggies. We use nutty and rich sesame oil to finish the fried rice right before removing from the stove. Chili Paste: Use homemade or your favorite spicy chili paste for a delicious kick of heat. Feel free to omit if you like a more mild fried rice. Ginger and Garlic: These fresh minced aromatics are spicy (not hot) and earthy. They add intense savory flavors to the dish. Spices: The combination of dried chili pepper, white pepper, and salt is pleasantly hot. But again, leave out the chili pepper to make a non-spicy recipe for fried rice with shrimps. Sesame Seeds: These are delicious to garnish the rice with some nice texture and light nutty taste.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large wok or heavy bottom pan over medium high heat. Place the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes.
Toss and cook for another 1 minute or until opaque and cooked through. Remove on plate and set it aside.
Add 1 tablespoon oil in the same wok. Season the eggs with ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon white pepper.
Beat well and pour the eggs into the wok.
Quickly scramble with your spatula until soft. Do not overcook. Remove to the same plate as the shrimp and set aside.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the wok. Add minced garlic, ginger and dried red chilies. Stir fry for few seconds, until fragrant.
Add chopped onion and cook for 1 minute.
Now, add frozen green peas and chopped carrots, cook for 1 minute.
Season with the remaining salt, white pepper, add red chilli paste and cook for 30 seconds. Add rice vinegar and toss well.
Add the rice, dark soy sauce, cooked shrimp and eggs. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
Add sesame oil, green onions and stir well. You can season the rice with more soy sauce, salt or pepper, if desired.
Sprinkle some toasted seeds and serve. Enjoy!

Expert Tips

If you made and loved this recipe, please be sure to rate and review it below! I always love hearing from my readers and take your suggestions into account. To make it an even heartier meal you can serve this entree with more stir fried or roasted veggies on the side. We love simple sautéed broccoli or simple roasted vegetables! Crunchy fried other goodies are always a good idea, too. Try our classic vegetarian spring rolls, chicken spring rolls, Chinese-style chicken bread rolls or delicious Indo-Chinese chicken samosa recipes. Freeze: Cool shrimp fried rice completely. Separate portions into individual airtight containers for easy reheating. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat: Thaw frozen rice in the refrigerator overnight. Then reheat in the microwave in short 20-second bursts at 50 percent power. Stir between each burst. If the rice seems a bit too sticky, drizzle a teaspoon of water over the rice as you continue to reheat and stir. If you are looking for more delicious and easy recipes delivered straight to your inbox, you can sign up for my email newsletter. You can also follow me on Pinterest, Instagram or Facebook to see more of my kitchen creations.