Fried Rice with Shrimp: Restaurant-Quality in 15 Minutes!

Fried Rice with Shrimp: Restaurant-Quality in 15 Minutes!

This Fried Rice with Shrimp recipe delivers perfectly fluffy, flavorful fried rice with plump shrimp, crisp vegetables, and that signature wok hei aroma – all made in one pan! Unlike takeout versions, our method uses day-old rice and quick-cooking techniques to create distinct grains bursting with umami flavor from oyster sauce and soy sauce. Perfect for using leftovers or whipping up a quick, satisfying meal!

Why This Recipe Works

✔ Better than takeout – Uses fresh ingredients you control
✔ Quick & easy – Ready faster than delivery
✔ Customizable – Swap proteins or veggies as needed
✔ Meal prep friendly – Makes great next-day lunch

Pro Tips

🔥 High heat is key – Gets that authentic wok flavor
🍚 Rice texture – Slightly dry, day-old rice works best
🦐 Shrimp prep – Pat dry before cooking
🥢 Wok technique – Use tossing motion for even cooking

Serving Suggestions

🥢 As main dish – With extra soy sauce on side
🥗 With stir-fried veggies – For complete meal
🍵 With miso soup – Japanese-style combo

Storage Tips

❄️ Refrigerate – Keeps 3 days
🔥 Reheating – Best in hot pan with splash of water
🧊 Freezing – Not recommended (rice texture changes)

Perfect for:
• Quick weeknight dinners
• Using leftover rice
• Impromptu meals
• Lunchbox packing

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Fried Rice with Shrimp: Restaurant-Quality in 15 Minutes!

Author: Yummy Food Ph Cooking Method: Frying, Sauteing Cuisine: Asian, Filipino Courses: Breakfast, Snacks Recipe Keys: High Protein Quick Meals S Seafood S Shrimp

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 15 mins

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

This Fried Rice with Shrimp recipe delivers perfectly fluffy, flavorful fried rice with plump shrimp, crisp vegetables, and that signature wok hei aroma - all made in one pan! Unlike takeout versions, our method uses day-old rice and quick-cooking techniques to create distinct grains bursting with umami flavor from oyster sauce and soy sauce. Perfect for using leftovers or whipping up a quick, satisfying meal!

Ingredients

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Servings

For Perfect Steamed Rice (make ahead):

• 1 ½ cups rice
• 1 ½ cups water
• ½ tsp cooking oil

Main Fried Rice Components:

• 3 cups day-old cooked rice
• 200 shrimp/prawns g (peeled, deveined)
• 2 large eggs
• 100 g bean sprouts
• 1 small carrot (julienned)
• 200 g frozen peas
• 1 stalk spring onion (thinly cut)

Sauce & Seasonings:

• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 tsp soy sauce (divided)
• 2 tsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp Shaoxing wine (cooking wine)
• 2 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

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Prep Work

1. Rice: Cook rice (or use leftover rice). Break clumps; toss with a bit of sesame oil if desired.
2. Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water, remove the heads and shells, and devein them. Put it in a container. Marinate with cornstarch, salt, pepper, and oil for 10 mins.
3. Veggies: Mince garlic, julienne carrot, slice spring onions.

Cooking

1. Shrimp & Veggies

   Heat oil in a wok/pan. Fry shrimp until pink (~2 mins/side).
2. Add the minced garlic and (add onions if using) sauté until fragrant.
3. Add carrots and bean sprouts; stir-fry 1-2 mins.
4. Season with soy sauce, and then add cooking wine for extra flavor and taste. Mix, then remove all and set aside.

5. Eggs & Rice

   Scramble eggs in the pan, then push to the side.

6. Add rice, breaking up clumps. Stir-fry 2 mins.

7. Pour sauce mix (soy + oyster sauce) over rice. Mix well on medium-low heat.

Combine Everything

1. Add cooked shrimp with veggies, then add the cooked frozen green peas. Stir-fry 2-3 mins.
2. Season with salt/pepper to taste. Toss in spring onions.

Serve

1. Garnish with extra spring onions. Best enjoyed hot!

   Watch our Step by step Video Tutorial on YouTube: Fried Rice with Shrimp