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Best Shrimp Fried Rice: Easy Hibachi Style Recipe

Best Shrimp Fried Rice

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Large shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups Cooked white rice Day-old and chilled
  • 1 cup Peas and carrots blend Frozen, thawed
  • 2 Large eggs Beaten
  • 3 tbsp Soy sauce Low sodium preferred
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil Divided
  • 2 tbsp Green onions Chopped
  • 1 tsp Black sesame seeds For garnish
  • 1 Lime wedge For serving
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro Chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  • Add the remaining vegetable oil to the skillet. Pour in the beaten eggs and gently scramble until cooked through.
  • Stir in the peas and carrots, cooking for another 2 minutes until warmed.
  • Add the chilled day-old rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
  • Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil, tossing everything together evenly.
  • Remove from heat and garnish with green onions, black sesame seeds, and cilantro. Serve immediately with a lime wedge.