Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

We absolutely love to get Chinese food and fried rice is a favorite around here. It can get really expensive though for a large family eating out and throw in some shrimp and it is even more!

I thought why not learn to make it at home? Rice is such an inexpensive ingredient and really goes a long way. Plus, this recipe is so simple to make. This Chinese Fried Rice takes less time to cook than if you went to the Chinese Restaurant.

The flavoring is much better and the ingredients are simple. This recipe for shrimp fried rice is packed with flavor and so amazing that you will not be tempted to order out. Your kids will love this easy seafood recipe.

If you love this fried rice recipe, check out Easy Chicken Fried Rice Recipe, Egg Fried Rice or Kimchi Fried Rice.

What is Fried Rice?

Fried Rice is one of those meals that you can make as a complete meal or as a side. You can add in protein such as shrimp, chicken, or pork. Fried rice is best made with leftover cold rice in a wok, skillet or on a griddle.

The ingredients that fried rice is usually made with is frozen peas and carrots, soy sauce, and scrambled eggs. Fried rice is simple to make and the ingredients can be changed to what you have on hand.

Why We Love this Recipe

• Easy Ingredients – We eat a lot of Asian inspired meals so the ingredients are staple in our pantry. But if you don’t have them, they can easily be purchased at the store.
• One Pan – Everything is heated and cooked in one skillet. No need to use separate pans.
• Family Favorite – If you are looking for a meal that everyone will love, this recipe is always my families favorite.
• Main Dish – This shrimp fried rice can be served by itself because the carbs, vegetables, and protein. But you can easily add a side salad or serve it with some soup.

Ingredients

• Shrimp – Use peeled and devein shrimp
• Large Eggs – We used whole eggs
• Sesame Oil – If you are out, see The Best Sesame Oil Substitute
• Vegetable Oil – See Vegetable Oil Substitute if you are out
• Long-Grain Rice – We like to make Instant pot White Rice Recipe or Jasmine Rice Recipe ahead of time so make this recipe
• Low Sodium Soy Sauce – If you are out, see Best Soy Sauce Substitute. For an easy gluten-free option use coconut aminos
• Salt and Pepper – Simple seasonings
• Peas and Diced Carrots – Easy frozen vegetables option
• Green Onions – Optional topping

Scroll to the bottom for the full list of ingredients and recipe in the recipe card.

How to Make Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

• Step 1 – Cook Shrimp and Vegetables – First you need to cook the shrimp and veggies in cooking oil. I like to do this together and it only takes a few minutes.

• Step 2 – Scramble Eggs – Slide your shrimp and veggies to the side so you can scramble the beaten eggs.

• Step 3 – Stir Cooked Rice and Seasoning in – Add the rice and stir in seasonings. Make sure to combine thoroughly.

• Step 4 – Heat Thoroughly – Make sure everything is heated through in skillet on medium high heat. Top with green onions and stir to combine.
• Step 5 – Serve and Enjoy – It is that simple to make shrimp fried rice at home.

Recipe Tips

• Day-Old Rice – If you don’t have any leftover rice, you can still make this recipe. You can easily use a couple of pouches of the ready to serve rice. They work perfectly and mix well with the other ingredients.
• Frozen Vegetables – No need to worry if you don’t thaw out the frozen peas and carrots. I usually just throw them in the skillet with the oil and garlic and they cook perfectly.
• Add In Vegetables – We have added in some edamame, bean sprouts, and mushrooms for added flavor. Chopped broccoli would also taste amazing.
• Use Different Oil – You can easily use avocado oil, canola oil or coconut oil instead of the vegetable oil in this recipe.
• Change the Protein – You can change the protein to salmon, shrimp, beef, pork are all great option.
• Gluten Free – If you want to make this gluten free, use Cauliflower Rice.
• Oyster Sauce – Another sauce you add in is oyster sauce.

What Goes with Shrimp Fried Rice?

There are many sides that you can fix with Shrimp Fried Rice. Since this recipe for shrimp fried rice is a complete meal, you can keep it simple or add more protein or vegetables.

• Egg Drop Soup
• Egg Rolls
• Simple Green Salad
• Steamed Vegetables
• Cooked Salmon

Storage and Reheating Tips

• Storing – Storing leftover shrimp is easy to do. Place in an airtight container and place in the refrigerator. Shrimp stir fry rice recipe will last about 3 to 4 days if stored correctly.
• Reheating – When you ready to reheat the homemade shrimp fried rice you can remove the shrimp and reheat the rice. Once the rice is close to be heated, add the shrimp back in with the rice and heat in the microwave. This keeps the shrimp from overcooking and getting mushy.
• Freezing – Homemade shrimp fried rice can easily be frozen if you have leftovers. Place the room temperature fried rice in a airtight freezer container and place in the freezer. It will last about 3 months in the freezer. Once you are ready to serve again, just thaw out in the fridge overnight. This will make an easy weeknight. Just heat and serve.