Shrimp Fried Rice

  • 4
  • Average
  • 30 mins
  • 30 mins
  • Average budget

Ingredients

  • 1
  • tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2
  • eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1
  • tablespoon olive oil
  • 2
  • cups chopped fresh or frozen (thawed) broccoli
  • 1
  • cup chopped carrots
  • 1
  • cup fresh or frozen (thawed) snow pea pods
  • 2
  • cups cold cooked white rice
  • 1
  • clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1
  • teaspoon grated gingerroot
  • 3
  • tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1
  • lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled (tail shells removed), deveined
  • 1
  • cup chopped green onions

Preparation

Step 1

1In wok or large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Cook eggs in oil, stirring constantly, until thickened but still moist. Remove eggs from skillet to plate; cover to keep warm.
2In same skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli, carrots and pea pods; stir-fry until crisp-tender. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in rice, garlic, gingerroot and soy sauce. Add shrimp. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is hot and shrimp are pink.
3Stir in scrambled eggs and green onions; cook 1 minute longer. Serve immediately.

Brown rice is a nutritious option that can be used in this recipe.

Use your favorite combination of veggies in this fried ric