Shrimp Garlic Fried Rice (Printable)

Tender shrimp and aromatic garlic unite with fluffy rice in this quick 30-minute Asian fusion dish.

# What You Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 10 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Rice

02 - 4 cups cooked jasmine rice, preferably day-old and chilled

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 medium carrot, diced
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 spring onions, sliced
06 - 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

→ Aromatics & Sauces

07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
09 - 1 tbsp oyster sauce
10 - 1 tsp sesame oil
11 - 1/2 tsp white pepper
12 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil

→ Optional Garnishes

13 - Extra sliced spring onions
14 - Lime wedges

# How-To:

01 - Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with a pinch of salt.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp from the wok and set aside on a plate.
03 - In the same wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Sauté the onion, carrot, and garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - Add the rice to the wok, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy.
05 - Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Toss well to coat the rice evenly with the sauces.
06 - Stir in the peas and most of the spring onions. Return the shrimp to the wok and fold gently to combine. Cook for 1–2 minutes until everything is heated through.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra spring onions and lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses day-old rice for perfect texture and prevents mushy results
  • Packed with protein from tender shrimp and nutritious vegetables
  • Customizable base – easily swap proteins or veggies based on preferences
  • Better than takeout with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors
02 -
  • Prep all ingredients before starting – fried rice comes together quickly once you begin cooking
  • Use a large wok or skillet to give yourself plenty of room to toss ingredients without spilling
  • Break up rice clumps with your hands before adding to the wok for even cooking
  • Don't be afraid to adjust seasonings – taste as you go and add more soy sauce if needed
  • Cooking at high heat quickly seals in flavors and creates the perfect texture
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