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A sizzling wok filled with shrimp fried rice, surrounded by colorful ingredients like shrimp, rice, vegetables, and seasonings

Shrimp Fried Rice

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups cooked rice day-old works best
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Add peas and carrots to the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes until they start to soften.
  2. Add sliced green onions and mix just before serving.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  5. Return the shrimp and scrambled eggs to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!
  7. Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps. Add soy sauce and mix well.