Delicious Shrimp Fried Rice with Plump Shrimp
Delicious Shrimp Fried Rice with Plump Shrimp
Easy Homemade Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe
Create a satisfying meal using pre-cooked shrimp from your fridge and fresh vegetables! We’re sharing a shrimp fried rice recipe that’s both delicious and nutritious, combining abundant shrimp with colorful vegetables. It’s a simple yet hearty meal perfect for any occasion!
Main Ingredients- 1 bowl of warm cooked rice
- 1 cup pre-cooked shrimp, thawed
- 2 Tbsp finely chopped onion
- 2 Tbsp finely chopped green onion
- 2 Tbsp finely chopped zucchini
- 1 Tbsp finely chopped carrot
- 2-3 fresh eggs
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce for rich flavor
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin) to remove any gaminess
- Pinch of ground black pepper to taste
- Pinch of salt for savory notes
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil for a nutty finish
- A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds
- Cooking oil for stir-frying
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, if your pre-cooked shrimp are frozen, thaw them beforehand. Rinse them lightly under cold water and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels. Finely chop the onion, zucchini, green onion, and carrot so they retain a pleasant texture when cooked.
Step 2
Crack the eggs into a clean bowl. Add a tiny pinch of salt and whisk them well until smooth. This step will make the scrambled eggs more flavorful and tender.
Step 3
Heat 3 tablespoons of cooking oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Add the chopped green onions and stir-fry for about 1 minute, or until their fragrant aroma is released into the oil. Infusing the oil with green onion flavor is a key secret to a delicious fried rice.
Step 4
Once the green onions are fragrant, add the chopped onion, zucchini, and carrot to the pan. Season with a pinch of pepper and salt. Stir-fry over medium heat until the vegetables are slightly tender and their natural sweetness is released. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become mushy.
Step 5
Add the thawed shrimp to the pan. Pour in 1 tablespoon of cooking wine to eliminate any potential fishy odors and add a pinch of pepper. Stir-fry everything together until the shrimp turn pink and absorb the flavors.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low. Add the warm cooked rice to the skillet. Gently break apart the rice grains with a spatula or spoon as you stir-fry, ensuring each grain is separated. This step is crucial for achieving a good texture in your fried rice.
Step 7
Once the rice grains are mostly separated, pour 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce around the edges of the pan. Stir-fry well, mixing the rice, vegetables, and shrimp thoroughly to distribute the savory sauce evenly. Let the flavors meld together.
Step 8
Just before you finish cooking, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Give it a final quick stir. Adding sesame oil at the end preserves its delicate, nutty aroma.
Step 9
In a separate pan, lightly grease with a little cooking oil over medium heat. Pour in the beaten eggs. As the eggs begin to set around the edges, gently stir with chopsticks to create soft, fluffy scrambled eggs.
Step 10
Make the scrambled eggs until they are fluffy and cooked through. These will add a wonderfully soft texture to your fried rice.
Step 11
Spoon the cooked shrimp fried rice into a bowl or a rice bowl. Press the rice down gently to shape it; avoid packing it too tightly, as this can affect the final presentation.
Step 12
Carefully invert the bowl onto a serving plate. Arrange the fluffy scrambled eggs around the base of the fried rice to create a beautiful presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious homemade shrimp fried rice!
