Best Ever Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe
One of the most popular posts on my site for the past few years has been my Better-Than-Takeout Chicken Fried Rice recipe. There’s even a video in that post to show you exactly how to make it and you’re basically recreating that recipe but with shrimp. This is an easy, one-skillet recipe that’s ready in 20 minutes and tastes better than takeout. It’s healthier, not greasy, and you’re going to love it. There’s garlic, ginger, green onions, sesame oil, and soy sauce for layers of flavor while peas, carrots, corn, and bits of egg add texture. It’s a perfect weeknight meal when you’re in a rush want a break from the usual chicken dinner.
Shrimp Fried Rice Ingredients
For this easy homemade shrimp fried rice recipe, you’ll need:
Sesame oil Vegetable oil Fresh shrimp Frozen peas and carrots Frozen corn Garlic Ground ginger Eggs Cooked rice Green onions Low-sodium soy sauce Salt and pepper
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Make Shrimp Fried Rice
Making better-than-takeout fried rice with shrimp is quick and easy! Here are the basic recipe steps:
Storage Instructions
Since this homemade fried rice is made with shrimp, I recommend eating it immediately. Shrimp doesn’t reheat well in my opinion (it often becomes rubbery and dries out). Feel free to add edamame, bean sprouts, mushrooms or whatever floats your fried rice boat. I use fresh shrimp from the butcher because I think it has the best flavor, but if you’re in an ultimate hurry you can use frozen shrimp that’s already been cooked and all you have to do is thaw it and add it to the pan at the very end of the cook time. However, if you wind up with leftovers you can refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Enjoy the fried rice cold, or reheat it in a lightly oiled skillet. Avoid the microwave if possible because that will turn the shrimp rubbery.
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