Sesame Shrimp Fried Rice with Cabbage
Transform your dinner routine with this savory and satisfying Sesame Shrimp Fried Rice with Cabbage! Perfectly cooked shrimp are paired with tender-crisp cabbage, fluffy jasmine rice, and a rich sesame-soy sauce for a flavor-packed dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Infused with the aromatic warmth of garlic and ginger, this stir-fried masterpiece is elevated with scrambled eggs, nutty sesame seeds, and a sprinkle of green onions for a fresh finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this wholesome one-pan meal is ideal for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. Bursting with hearty textures and bold Asian-inspired flavors, it’s a must-try for fried rice enthusiasts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil (e.g., vegetable or canola)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce and hoisin sauce. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and the cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining sesame oil. Stir-fry the minced garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften.
Push the cabbage to one side of the skillet. Add the beaten eggs to the empty side and scramble until cooked through.
Add the cooked rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps and mix it with the cabbage and eggs.
Pour the soy sauce mixture over the rice. Stir well to coat the ingredients evenly.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Sprinkle the sliced green onions, sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper over the fried rice. Stir thoroughly.
Serve hot and enjoy your Sesame Shrimp Fried Rice with Cabbage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.3 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1228 mg | 409% | |
| Sodium | 5030 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.9 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 151.9 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 594 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2216 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
