Description
A quick and easy shrimp fried rice recipe that combines succulent shrimp, fresh vegetables, and fluffy cooked rice, all stir-fried to perfection with aromatic garlic, ginger, and savory tamari. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a perfect weeknight dinner packed with flavor and protein.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
Vegetables and Aromatics
- ½ small onion diced
- 2 green scallions thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 ½ cup frozen peas and carrots
Eggs and Rice
- 3 large eggs beaten
- 4 cups cooked white rice
Oils and Sauces
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons tamari soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: In a medium bowl, season the shrimp with the kosher salt and ground white pepper. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Sear the shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then flip and cook another 30 seconds, until just cooked through and opaque. Remove the shrimp to a plate to prevent overcooking.
- Add the aromatics: Add the diced onion, the white parts of the green scallions, minced garlic, and minced ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant and softened.
- Cook the veggies: Add the frozen peas and carrots directly to the skillet (no need to thaw). Stir-fry the vegetables for 1 to 2 minutes until they are warmed through and tender-crisp.
- Cook the eggs: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Pour the beaten eggs onto the other side and scramble quickly until they become pillowy soft and fully cooked.
- Stir-fry the rice, seasoning, and shrimp: Add the cooked white rice, seared shrimp, tamari soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil to the skillet. Stir-fry everything together for about 2 minutes until the rice and shrimp are heated through and the flavors are well combined.
- Garnish with green onions: Finally, stir in the green parts of the sliced scallions. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with chopsticks or a fork—use whichever you prefer for the best eating experience.
- You can swap tamari with soy sauce or coconut aminos depending on dietary preferences; low sodium tamari is recommended for better salt control.
- Use day-old rice if possible, as it helps achieve better fried rice texture and prevents sogginess.
- Adjust the sauté time slightly if using smaller or larger shrimp to avoid overcooking.
- For added flavor, you can include a dash of freshly ground black pepper or a teaspoon of chili garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 338 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1354 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 177 mg
