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Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp fried rice is a quick and flavorful dish combining shrimp, vegetables, and rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
Cooking Oil
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
Vegetables
  • 1/2 small onion, diced
  • 2 stalks green scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen peas and carrots No need to thaw
Eggs
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
Rice and Sauces
  • 4 cups cooked white rice Ideally day-old
  • 3 tablespoons tamari soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Cooking Shrimp
  1. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then flip and cook for another 30 seconds, until just cooked through and opaque.
  2. Remove the shrimp to a plate.
Aromatics and Veggies
  1. Add the onion, white parts of the green onion, garlic, and ginger to the pan, and stir-fry for a minute, until fragrant.
  2. Add the frozen carrots and peas and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes until warmed through.
Cooking Eggs
  1. Move the veggies to the side, then add the beaten eggs and quickly scramble them until they are pillowy soft.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Add the rice, shrimp, soy sauce, and sesame oil, and stir-fry until the rice and shrimp are warmed through, about 2 minutes.
Garnishing
  1. Stir in the green parts of the green onions before serving.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For best texture when reheating, use a skillet and add a splash of water.