Garlic Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

Garlic shrimp fried rice is a delicious dish that combines succulent shrimp with perfectly seasoned rice and vegetables. It is a quick and easy meal that can be whipped up in minutes and tastes so much better than takeout!

If you're looking to step up your fried rice game, try my PINEAPPLE FRIED RICE RECIPE!

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WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE

1. VERSATILIY: You can customize the ingredients based on your liking or dietary restrictions. You can substitute shrimp with beef, chicken, pork, or tofu. It is also a great way of using whatever leftover ingredients you already have on hand, making it perfect for clearing out the fridge.
2. QUICK AND EASY MEAL: Since fried rice uses day old rice, the whole meal only takes about 20-30 minutes to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
3. ONE PAN DISH: Everything is cooked in one pan or wok, which simplifies the cooking process and gives you less dishes to wash!
4. SIMPLE AND BUDGET-FRIENDLY INGREDIENTS: Fried rice requires basic ingredients such as rice, vegetables, eggs, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. You can find the ingredients in all grocery stores. You can use any type of rice and you can use either frozen or fresh vegetables.

INGREDIENTS:

• Rice (day old)
• Shrimps
• Garlic
• Large Eggs
• Frozen Vegetables
• Green Onions (separate white parts from green parts)
• Light Soy Sauce
• Salt
• White Pepper
• Chicken Bouillon Powder
• Sugar
• Cornstarch
• Oil

HOW TO MAKE GARLIC SHRIMP FRIED RICE:

Prepare the Shrimp and Eggs

In a bowl, combine shrimps, minced garlic, salt, white pepper, and cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

In a another bowl, crack and beat 4 eggs and set them aside.

Cook the Shrimp

In a pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook until they turn pink on both sides. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate and set them aside.

Sauté garlic, green onions, and eggs

In the same pan, add another 1 tablespoon of oil. Add minced garlic and white parts of chopped green onion. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until they are full cooked.

Combine Everything

Add frozen vegetables and day old rice. Then return the cooked shrimp to the pan.

Add Sauce and Seasoning

Add soy sauce, salt, white pepper, sugar, and chicken powder. Stir fry for a few minutes until the rice is dry and crispy. Add the green parts of chopped green onion. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.

Serve hot and enjoy!

TIPS AND VARIATIONS:

• Rice Tips: The secret to the perfect fried rice is COLD DAY-OLD RICE. Using day-old rice can helps achieve the best texture. Allowing the rice to dry out in the fridge will prevent it from becoming mushy when stir-fried.
• Vegetable Options or Substitutes: Feel free to use any frozen or fresh vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, onions, spinach, or mushrooms.
• Protein Options or Substitutes: you can customize the ingredients based on your liking or dietary restrictions. You can substitute shrimp with beef, chicken, pork, tofu, or a combination of proteins to suit your preference.

OTHER RECIPES YOU MAY ENJOY:

• Pineapple Fried Rice With Shrimps
• Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice (Lu Rou Fan)
• Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings

If you make this recipe, please leave a comment below and let me know what you think. Make sure you also tag me @onehappybite on Instagram and hashtag it #onehappybite so I can see your creations!

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