Shrimp Fried Rice
By Sho @ Hungry for Thai
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Jul 8th 2024 
Fried rice, a staple in Asian cuisine, features cooked rice stir-fried in a wok or frying pan with eggs, vegetables, seafood, or meat. Enjoyed both on its own and as a complement to other dishes, it showcases the versatility of simple ingredients transformed into a flavorful and satisfying meal.
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What you'll need
- Shrimp: Tender and flavorful seafood that adds protein to the dish.
- Cooked rice (preferably day-old rice): Cold rice works best for fried rice as it fries up better without clumping together.
- Mixed vegetables (carrots/corn/peas): Adds color, texture, and nutrition to the dish, complementing the shrimp and rice.
- Eggs: Adds richness and texture, creating tasty egg ribbons throughout the fried rice.
- Garlic: Adds aromatic flavor to the dish when sautéed.
- Soy sauce: Adds salty umami flavor and a rich color to the fried rice.
- Oyster sauce: Adds depth of flavor and a touch of sweetness to the dish.
- White pepper: Adds subtle heat and flavor to enhance the overall taste.
- Green onion: Adds freshness and a mild onion flavor as a garnish.
- Cooking oil: Used for frying and sautéing ingredients.
- Butter: Adds richness and a hint of buttery flavor to the dish.
- Spring onion: Adds a mild onion flavor and fresh green color to the dish.
- Optional: sliced cucumber and lime wedges for garnish: Adds freshness and citrusy flavor as a garnish.
Normally, fried rice is an easy dish for rushed times. Thai people can have it on its own or with other dishes instead of jasmine rice. It's a kid-friendly dish because some kids don't like vegetables, so their parents will cook fried rice and add some colorful vegetables to it. All kids will enjoy fried rice easily.
Shrimp Fried Rice
Prep time
10 minutes
Cook time
15 minutes
Serves
2
Ingredients
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Meal
Steps
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Prepare the Ingredients:
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Heat a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp of cooking oil and 1 tbsp of butter.
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Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
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Cooking:
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In the same pan, add chopped onion then stir-fry until it turns clear.
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Add eggs and scramble until cooked through, then add butter.
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Add cooked rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula.
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Add mixed vegetables to the pan and stir-fry until tender, about 2-3 minutes.
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Drizzle soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sprinkle white pepper over the rice. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until well combined and heated through.
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Return the cooked shrimp and chopped spring onion to the pan. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes to mix everything evenly.
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Nutritional info
% of daily valueCalorie Breakdown
Protein
244 cal
Fat
588 cal
Carbs
433 cal
Tips
- If you are allergic to seafood, you can omit the shrimp and add chicken, pork, or a meat substitute.
- Freshly cooked rice is hot, steamy, very moist, and a bit sticky, which can make your fried rice clumpy and soggy. Using day-old rice, which is drier, gives your fried rice a better texture and helps bring out the individual flavors of the other ingredients.
What to serve with Shrimp Fried Rice
Shrimp Fried Rice is a versatile and flavorful dish that pairs well with a variety of accompaniments, but on its own, you can add these alongside:
1. Sliced Cucumber: Adds a refreshing and cooling element to the meal.
2. Lime Wedges: A squeeze of lime juice enhances the flavors and adds a zesty touch.
3. Chopped Cilantro: Adds a fresh, herbal note to the dish.
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