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High Protein Shrimp Fried Rice in 15 Minutes - Fast, Flavorful, and Filling

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cold cooked rice (preferably day-old; jasmine or long grain works best)
  • 10–12 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or large; thawed if frozen)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten with a pinch of salt
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen peas and carrots, corn, or a stir-fry mix)
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 tbsp neutral oil (canola, avocado, or peanut)
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos)
  • 1 tsp oyster sauce (optional but great for depth)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1–2 tsp rice vinegar (optional for brightness)
  • Pinch of white or black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Red pepper flakes or sriracha (optional for heat)

Method
 

  1. Prep the rice: Break up cold rice with your hands or a fork so there are no big clumps. Cold, dry rice fries better and won’t turn mushy.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry: Use paper towels to remove moisture, then season lightly with salt and pepper. Dry shrimp sear instead of steaming.
  3. Heat the pan hot: Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high to high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and swirl to coat.
  4. Cook the shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer. Sear 1–2 minutes per side until just pink and opaque. Remove to a plate.
  5. Scramble the eggs: Add a small drizzle of oil if needed. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble quickly until just set. Slide them to the plate with the shrimp.
  6. Aromatics and veg: Add a touch more oil. Toss in the white parts of the green onions and garlic. Stir-fry 20–30 seconds until fragrant, then add the mixed veggies. Cook 1–2 minutes.
  7. Fry the rice: Add rice to the pan. Spread it out and let it sit 30–45 seconds to get a little toasty. Then stir-fry, breaking up any remaining clumps.
  8. Season: Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Add pepper. Taste and adjust salt. A splash of rice vinegar brightens everything.
  9. Bring it together: Return shrimp and eggs to the pan. Toss with the green parts of the green onions. Heat through for 30–60 seconds.
  10. Finish and serve: Add red pepper flakes or sriracha if you like heat. Serve hot and enjoy that just-fried aroma.