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    Easy Shrimp Fried Rice

    Published: Apr 6, 2019 · Modified: Sep 29, 2022 by Anna 41 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Shrimp Fried Rice is the fastest and easiest takeout dinner you can make at home! You only need shrimp, leftover rice, frozen veggies, soy sauce, and 15 minutes to turn it into a delicious dinner.

    Shrimp Fried Rice in a stainless steel skillet.
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    • Easy Shrimp Fried Rice

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    I wish I knew how easy it is to make takeout dinner at home when I was in college. My diet would have been so much better! This Shrimp Fried Rice is one of the fastest and easiest dishes you can make, that tastes like it's straight from the restaurant! This dish is a perfect use for leftover rice. I always cook more rice than I need and freeze any leftovers. Because the secret to the best fried rice is cold rice!

    Ingredients:

    • shrimp: small or medium size, peeled and deveined;
    • vegetables: green onions, garlic, corn, peas and carrots (frozen is just fine);
    • rice: cooked and cooled in the fridge for at least 2 hours, best if it's day old;
    • oil: canola for frying and sesame for flavor;
    • soy sauce: I use low-sodium.

    Instructions:

    • Start by heating up both oils in a large skillet. Cook shrimp until pink, then remove onto a plate and set aside.
    • Saute green onions in the same skillet. Add rice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and if using, turmeric. Stir until heated through.
    • Make space in the middle of the skillet, by pushing the rice to the sides. Pour beaten eggs into the pan and cook, stirring, until set. Stir everything together.
    • Add peas and carrots and corn (frozen is just fine). Stir to heat through.
    • Add shrimp and stir.
    Overhead shot of rice in skillet, with beaten eggs in the center of the pan.

    Best tips!

    • The secret to the best fried rice is cold cooked rice, day old preferably. If you cook rice and use it right away to make fried rice, the mixture will be sticky and gloppy. It's best to cook rice the day before and store it in the fridge;
    • use small shrimp; you can use cooked frozen shrimp, just thaw them according to directions on the packaging and heat up;
    • add ground turmeric to give the rice the classic yellow look, just like the restaurant-style fried rice;
    • add sriracha or chili paste to make spicy fried rice.

    Recipe FAQs:

    Can I make it with frozen cooked shrimp?

    Yes, you can use frozen cooked shrimp. Follow the instructions on the packaging to thaw shrimp, and heat up to use in fried rice.

    What rice is best for fried rice?

    Any kind works, white, long grain, Jasmine and even brown rice.

    Is fried rice gluten-free?

    Rice is gluten-free, but the most common soy sauce is not. Use coconut aminos or tamari sauce instead.

    Can I make this dish with chicken?

    Absolutely! Skip the seafood and use chicken cut into bite-size pieces.

    Side close up shot of shrimp fried rice in stainless steel pan.

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    If you like this recipe and make it, let me know in the comments below! Don't forget to rate it if you enjoyed it!

    Fried rice with shrimp in a stainless steel skillet.

    Easy Shrimp Fried Rice

    Author: Anna
    This Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe is the fastest and easiest takeout dinner you can make at home! You only need shrimp, leftover rice, frozen veggies, soy sauce and 15 minutes to turn it into delicious dinner.
    4.94 from 15 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine Asian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 394 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 lb small shrimp deveined and cleaned
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
    • 2 large eggs
    • 2 teaspoons canola oil
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • 3 green onions chopped
    • 4 cups cooked rice see note
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
    • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
    • 1 cup peas and carrots frozen is fine
    • ½ cup whole kernel corn frozen is fine

    Instructions
     

    • Clean and devein shrimp. Sprinkle salt and pepper. Toss with cornstarch.
    • Beat eggs in small bowl, set aside.
    • Start by heating up both oils in a large skillet. Cook shrimp until pink, then remove onto a plate and set aside.
    • Add more oil to skillet, if needed. Add green onions and Saute for 2 minutes. Add rice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger and if using, turmeric. Stir until heated through.
    • Make space in the middle of the skillet, by pushing the rice to the sides. Pour beaten eggs into pan and cook, stirring, until set. Stir everything together.
    • Add peas and carrots and corn (frozen is just fine). Stir to heat through.
    • Add shrimp and stir, cook 2 to 3 minutes until everything is heated through. Serve.

    Notes

    It is best to use rice that was cooked and refrigerated overnight. Fresh cooked rice will change the texture and will make the whole dish sticky.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 285mg | Sodium: 1633mg | Potassium: 282mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 3415IU | Vitamin C: 11.1mg | Calcium: 199mg | Iron: 3.5mg
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    1. Vicki says

      July 23, 2021 at 3:35 pm

      Can you use brown rice?

      Reply
    2. Guillerma says

      August 28, 2020 at 10:09 am

      Can I skip the cornstarch if I don’t have any?

      Reply
    3. Kat Mahon says

      July 03, 2020 at 11:23 am

      4 stars
      I made this last night and it was so easy. It tasted a little blah so I was wondering what else I could use to give it a little more flavor? I was afraid to put more soy sauce in it because I didn't want it to get soggy. What do you suggest? We can't do spicy. Thank you for making this so easy to follow and make. I will be making it again for sure.

      Reply
      • Valerie Wiesner says

        January 08, 2021 at 8:02 pm

        I used a hot curry powder from penzeys instead of just turmeric!

        Reply
    4. Bev says

      May 21, 2020 at 4:32 pm

      This looks delicious and easy!
      My family cannot use sesame or canola oils. What oil(s) are good alternatives?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 23, 2020 at 10:49 pm

        Hi Bev! You can use olive oil.

        Reply
      • Ruth Gosselin says

        September 09, 2021 at 1:15 pm

        Vegetable oil? I'm wondering myself cause all I have is vegetable oil

        Reply
    5. Denise Hoffstead says

      February 23, 2020 at 8:09 am

      5 stars
      Hi Anna! I made the Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe & I just want to thank you for making everything so simple, so delicious and cost effective, & it helps to have easy instructions. My family loved it! I look forward to making more of your recipes in the future. Anne Hoffstead!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 24, 2020 at 10:43 pm

        Hi Denise! Your comment made my day! Thank you so much! I am so happy to know that my recipes are helpful and that you and your family enjoyed the rice! Have a wonderful day!

        Reply
    6. Maria says

      January 08, 2020 at 10:11 pm

      can the eggs be omitted?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 08, 2020 at 11:05 pm

        Yes, you can skip the eggs if you need to.

        Reply
        • S van Wyk says

          January 29, 2022 at 3:32 pm

          Hi Kat Mahon, I put in 2 fine grated cloves of garlic some lemon juice sqeezed over the shrimps ....and 100ml mayonaise. I omit the eggs

          Reply
    7. Anna kollias says

      November 25, 2019 at 12:31 pm

      Hi. Can the rice be replaced with minute rice of the same day.
      Thanks.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        November 26, 2019 at 12:09 am

        Hi Anna! I recommend rice that was made at least a few hours ahead and chilled. Hope this helps!

        Reply
    8. Jewell says

      September 22, 2019 at 6:01 pm

      Making this tonight with orange chicken, I'm stoked! Fingers crossed that i don't make a mistake.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        September 22, 2019 at 6:13 pm

        Hi Jewell! You got this! I hope you love it!

        Reply
    9. Janet says

      May 04, 2019 at 3:01 pm

      Hi. Just wondering do you use white rice. Thank

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 04, 2019 at 3:53 pm

        Hi Janet! Yes, I used white rice. You can use jasmine, brown or even cauliflower rice if you like! I hope this helps!

        Reply
    10. Patricia says

      April 10, 2019 at 11:28 am

      5 stars
      This looks so tasty! I love how colorful this dish is, and I love all that wonderful shrimp!

      Reply
    11. Jessica says

      April 09, 2019 at 8:44 pm

      I love being able to skip the takeout!

      Reply
    12. Catalina says

      April 09, 2019 at 3:16 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like a healthy and delicious dinner!

      Reply
    13. Bee says

      April 09, 2019 at 6:05 am

      5 stars
      it looks so yummy. i will have to try it tomorrow for my dinner and get back to you
      Thanks for sharing

      Reply
    14. Chrissie Baker says

      April 09, 2019 at 6:01 am

      5 stars
      Now I’m craving fried rice for lunch, this looks incredible!

      Reply
    15. Demeter says

      April 08, 2019 at 2:47 pm

      5 stars
      Love that this is so much more budget friendly than take out. Looks amazing!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 08, 2019 at 10:18 pm

        Me too! Thanks, Demeter!

        Reply
        • Deb says

          April 27, 2019 at 5:40 am

          How many eggs?

          Reply
          • Anna says

            April 28, 2019 at 2:58 pm

            Hi Deb! You will need 2 eggs.

            Reply
    16. Jennifer says

      April 08, 2019 at 2:21 pm

      5 stars
      Love this shrimp fried rice recipe! I make it at least a couple of times a month!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 08, 2019 at 10:18 pm

        Thanks, Jennifer!

        Reply
    17. Jenn says

      April 08, 2019 at 12:23 pm

      5 stars
      Loving this easy peasy shrimp fried rice! So quick and tasty!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 08, 2019 at 10:19 pm

        I agree! Thanks, Jenn!

        Reply
    18. Aimee Shugarman says

      April 08, 2019 at 7:04 am

      5 stars
      I've made this with shrimp and with chicken. Our family LOVES this dinner.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 08, 2019 at 10:20 pm

        Yay! That's fantastic! Thanks, Aimee!

        Reply
    19. Becky Hardin says

      April 07, 2019 at 10:58 pm

      5 stars
      No more take out! This shrimp and rice is amazing.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 08, 2019 at 10:20 pm

        Thanks, Becky!

        Reply
    20. Kimberly says

      April 07, 2019 at 8:29 pm

      5 stars
      The shrimp is such a nice change from chicken and pork - deeelicious!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 08, 2019 at 10:20 pm

        I agree! So quick too!

        Reply
    21. Sommer says

      April 07, 2019 at 10:27 am

      5 stars
      Can't get enough of this shrimp fried rice! I could eat this seven days a week.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 08, 2019 at 10:15 pm

        Same here! It's so easy and delicious! Thanks, Sommer!

        Reply
    22. Krissy says

      April 07, 2019 at 8:07 am

      5 stars
      My entire family loves this recipe. Shrimp fried rice is SO GOOD!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 08, 2019 at 10:16 pm

        Thank you so much, Krissy!

        Reply

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