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Easy One-Pan Better-Than-Takeout Shrimp Fried Rice

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This is a simple, flavorful shrimp fried rice recipe made in one skillet, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner using leftover rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
  • 3 cups cold, cooked leftover rice (day-old rice works best)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for deeper flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Add a little more oil to the skillet if needed. Pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs quickly until just set, then break them into small pieces. Remove the eggs and set them aside with the shrimp.
  3. Add the frozen peas and carrots to the skillet. Stir fry for 2 minutes until heated through.
  4. Add the cold, cooked rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps with your spatula. Stir fry for 3 to 4 minutes, pushing the rice around the pan to heat it evenly.
  5. Add the minced garlic, soy sauce, and oyster sauce (if using) to the rice. Stir constantly until the rice is evenly coated and heated through, about 2 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp and scrambled eggs to the skillet. Stir everything together for 1 minute to combine and heat through.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat. Drizzle with toasted sesame oil and toss gently.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions.

Notes

  • Using cold, day-old rice prevents the fried rice from becoming mushy.
  • For a more authentic flavor, use a high-heat oil like canola or peanut oil instead of olive oil for the initial stir-fry.
  • You can substitute chicken or tofu for the shrimp in this quick stir fry recipe.

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