Vegetable Shrimp Fried Rice
Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Vegetable Shrimp Fried Rice, a delightful fusion of tender shrimp, colorful vegetables, and perfectly seasoned rice. Crafted with day-old rice for the ultimate texture, this one-pan meal is bursting with the umami-rich flavors of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Juicy shrimp pair harmoniously with crisp carrots, sweet red bell peppers, and green peas, creating a wholesome dish that’s as visually appealing as it is satisfying. Scrambled eggs and green onions add layers of texture and brightness, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds makes for a perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy dinner recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and guaranteed to please the whole family.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 12 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 medium carrot (diced)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 small red bell pepper (diced)
- 3 stalks green onions (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 eggs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 1 tsp optional garnish: sesame seeds
Instructions
Prepare all your ingredients by dicing the carrots and red bell pepper, slicing the green onions, and ensuring the shrimp is peeled and deveined.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp and season lightly with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Add another tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet, then scramble the eggs. Push them to one side of the skillet once cooked and reduce the heat to medium.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet, followed by the diced carrots, peas, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and the cooked rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps of rice with the back of a spoon or spatula, mixing everything thoroughly.
Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, then toss everything well to coat the ingredients evenly with the sauces.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the sliced green onions. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the fried rice to plates or bowls and garnish with optional sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.9 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 259 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 875 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 31.5 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 592 mg | 13% | |
*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.
