Shrimp Fried Rice (Chinese-American Takeout Favorite)

A popular Chinese-American takeout dish made with shrimp, rice, eggs, peas, and carrots stir-fried together. Quick, flavorful, and satisfying, shrimp fried rice is a go-to comfort food in restaurants and home kitchens alike.

01 Information

Grade

Serving

Calorie

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Easy

2 Servings

480 Kcal

10 Mins

10 Mins

20 Mins

02 Ingredients

  • 250g Shrimp (peeled and deveined)

  • 2 cups Cooked Rice (preferably day-old)

  • 2 Eggs (beaten)

  • ½ cup Peas and Carrots (frozen or fresh)

  • 2 Green Onions (chopped)

  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce

  • 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce (optional, for depth)

  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (divided)

  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil (optional)

  • Salt (to taste)

  • Black Pepper (to taste)

03 Method

Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp Oil in a large wok or skillet. Scramble the Eggs until just set, then remove and set aside.

Step 2
Add another 1 tbsp Oil to the pan. Stir-fry Shrimp for 2–3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 3
Add Peas and Carrots to the pan, stir-fry for 2 minutes.

Step 4
Add Cooked Rice, breaking up clumps. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until heated through.

Step 5
Return Shrimp and Eggs to the pan. Pour in Soy Sauce, Oyster Sauce, and Sesame Oil (if using). Toss everything together.

Step 6
Season with Salt and Black Pepper.

Step 7
Sprinkle Green Onions on top, stir once more, and serve hot.