Shrimp Fried Rice
Wok-tossed rice with shrimp, egg, peas, and scallion.
Ingredients
- 400 g White rice
- 200 g Shrimp
- 2 Egg
- 80 g Snow peas
- 3 Scallions
- 2 tbsp Light soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Neutral oil
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Toasted sesame oil (optional)
Method
- Beat the eggs and slice the snow peas and scallions.
- Scramble the egg in hot oil and set aside, then stir-fry the shrimp until pink.
- Add the rice and snow peas and toss until hot, seasoning with the soy and salt.
- Off the heat, finish with the sesame oil and scallions.
- Serve in bowls.
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About Shrimp Fried Rice
Shrimp fried rice is a Cantonese-style stir-fry and one of the great uses for day-old rice, where cold, dried-out grains fry up separate and toasty instead of clumping. The dish is defined by its speed and its wok technique: each element — egg, shrimp, vegetables, rice — is cooked in quick succession over high heat, seasoned lightly with soy so the individual flavors stay distinct rather than muddling into a sauce.
It tastes savory and clean, the sweet snap of shrimp and snow peas playing against fluffy rice, with a nutty finish of toasted sesame oil added off the heat and a fresh bite of scallion to close. This is fast, forgiving food — under twenty minutes start to finish — and a smart way to turn leftover rice and a handful of shrimp into a full meal. Serve it in bowls on its own or as part of a larger spread; either way, the trick to keeping it light is a hot pan and a quick hand, never crowding the wok.
Shrimp Fried Rice: frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Shrimp Fried Rice?
A serving has about 400 calories — 23.6g protein, 43.3g carbs, 14.8g fat, 2.1g fiber. Figures are estimated from the ingredient amounts and will shift with your portions and brands.
Is Shrimp Fried Rice gluten-free?
As written, no — it contains Light soy sauce. You'd need a certified gluten-free swap for that ingredient to make it gluten-free.
Do I need every ingredient to make Shrimp Fried Rice?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out toasted sesame oil — it's optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Shrimp Fried Rice make?
This recipe makes 3 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.