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Easy Shrimp Fried Rice

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A colorful and comforting dish that combines juicy shrimp, fluffy rice, and vibrant vegetables, all seasoned with savory soy sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 200 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the shrimp, cooking undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until vibrant pink.
  3. Push shrimp to one side and pour in the beaten eggs, scrambling until just set.
  4. Toss in mixed vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  5. Stir in the cold, cooked rice and soy sauce, folding ingredients gently.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, fold in chopped green onions, and toss before serving.

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture and avoid using fresh rice, which can become mushy.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 250mg