Description
Craving a quick, satisfying meal packed with flavor and protein? This 30-Minute Shrimp Fried Rice is your answer. Juicy shrimp, fluffy rice, colorful vegetables, and scrambled eggs come together in a savory soy-sesame blend — all ready in just half an hour. Perfect for easy dinners, meal prep, or when you’re in the mood for takeout-style fried rice without leaving your kitchen. Ideal for quick dinner ideas, easy recipes, and balanced meals — this is your go-to dish for busy nights.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked cold rice
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 large eggs
1/2 cup green peas
1/2 cup diced carrots
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup sliced green onions
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare all ingredients before starting. Dice carrots, slice green onions, mince garlic, and beat the eggs. Thaw and pat dry shrimp if frozen.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
3. Add a bit more oil, then scramble the beaten eggs until just set. Remove and set aside with shrimp.
4. Sauté garlic, carrots, and peas for 2–3 minutes until softened.
5. Add cold rice to the pan, breaking up clumps and stir-frying for 3–4 minutes until heated through.
6. Return shrimp and scrambled eggs to the pan, stirring to combine evenly.
7. Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir-fry for another 1–2 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
Always use cold, day-old rice for best texture.
Cook each element (shrimp, egg, veggies) separately to avoid overcooking.
Add chili flakes or Sriracha for a spicy version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: quick dinner, easy shrimp recipe, fried rice, healthy meal, 30-minute dinner