Description
A flavorful and satisfying Shrimp Fried Rice recipe that is quick and easy to make. Packed with shrimp, vegetables, and fragrant seasonings, this dish is perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 1/2 cups frozen veggie blend (peas and carrots)
- 1 cup frozen sweet corn
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 4 cups cooked rice (white or brown rice)
- 4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- Salt and pepper, optional or to taste
Instructions
- Cook Shrimp: Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics and Veggies: In the same skillet, add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds. Add peas, carrots, corn, and green onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Scramble Eggs: Push veggies to one side and add beaten eggs to the skillet. Scramble and combine with veggies.
- Combine Ingredients: Return shrimp to the skillet, add cooked rice, soy sauce, and mirin. Stir to combine and heat through for about 2 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 245mg
