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Shrimp Fried Rice
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5 from 1 vote

Shrimp Fried Rice

Stir-fries are great for easy weeknight dinners. Frozen veggies limit the amount of chopping for this shrimp fried rice. Swap out the protein to tofu for vegans.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 4
Author: Paige Adams

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 12 large raw shrimp peeled and deveined, thawed if frozen
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 3 scallions sliced thinly, white and green parts separated
  • 2 cups frozen vegetable medley carrots, peas, corn, green beans
  • 2 cups cold cooked brown rice
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce

Instructions

  • Place 1 teaspoon oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat swirling to coat. Add the egg tilting the wok, so it makes a thin, crepe-like layer. Cook until set, about 1 minute. Remove the egg and roughly chop.
  • Add 1 tablespoon oil to the wok. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the wok. Cook without moving for 1 minute. Flip the shrimp and continue cooking for 2 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
  • Add the remaining oil to the wok. Stir-fry the ginger, garlic and white parts of the scallions until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the vegetables and sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are cooked through. Stir in the rice and soy sauce, letting it bubble. Fold in the shrimp, eggs and the green parts of the scallions.
  • Tofu Variation:1-14 ounce package extra-firm tofu
  • Place 1 teaspoon oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat swirling to coat. Add the egg tilting the wok, so it makes a thin, crepe-like layer. Cook until set, about 1 minute. Remove the egg and roughly chop.
  • Pat the tofu with a paper towel. Wrap with a dry paper towel and place a cast iron pan or cutting board on top to remove more liquid. Let stand for 15 minutes. Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the oil in a wok over high heat. Add the tofu and cook until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the tofu and set aside.
  • Add the remaining oil to the wok. Stir-fry the ginger, garlic and white parts of the scallions until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the vegetables and sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are cooked through. Stir in the rice and soy sauce, letting it bubble. Fold in the tofu, eggs and the green parts of the scallions.

Nutrition

Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 674mg | Potassium: 442mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 4772IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg