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Easy 30-Minute Better-Than-Takeout Shrimp Fried Rice

A close-up overhead shot of a white bowl filled with flavorful shrimp fried rice, topped with large shrimp and green onions.
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Make restaurant-quality shrimp fried rice at home in 30 minutes. This easy recipe uses leftover rice, tender shrimp, and a savory sauce for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
  • 3 cups cold, cooked leftover rice
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the frozen peas and carrots to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Pour the beaten eggs into the empty space and scramble until just set. Break the eggs into small pieces and mix with the vegetables.
  6. Add the cold leftover rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps with your spatula and stir fry for 3-4 minutes until the rice is heated through and slightly toasted.
  7. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Pour the sauce mixture over the rice and shrimp.
  9. Toss everything together quickly for 1 minute until evenly coated and hot.
  10. Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving immediately.

Notes

  • Use day-old, cold rice for the best texture; fresh rice becomes mushy when fried.
  • You can substitute chicken or tofu for the shrimp if desired.
  • Adjust the soy sauce amount based on your preference for saltiness.

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