Description
A simple shrimp fried rice recipe without vegetables that focuses on bold flavors and easy preparation. This dish combines tender shrimp, fluffy rice, and savory soy sauce, making it a perfect quick and satisfying meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 1/2 lb of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of green onions, sliced (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preparation:
- Cook the rice if needed and let it cool completely, preferably overnight. Peel and devein the shrimp, pat them dry with a paper towel.
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Cooking the Shrimp:
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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Scrambling the Eggs:
- Add the beaten eggs to the skillet and stir continuously to scramble. Once cooked, push them to the side of the skillet.
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Frying the Rice:
- Add cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps. Stir and fry for 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy.
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Combining Ingredients:
- Return shrimp to the skillet. Add soy sauce and minced garlic. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
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Finishing Touches:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with green onions if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use day-old rice: Fresher rice tends to clump; day-old rice ensures a better texture.
- Don’t overcook shrimp: Watch closely as they cook quickly and can turn rubbery if overdone.
- Add a kick: Spice things up with chili flakes or a splash of hot sauce.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: shrimp fried rice, easy fried rice, no vegetable fried rice, simple shrimp rice recipe, quick fried rice