Garlic Butter Shrimp Fried Rice
Garlic Butter Shrimp Fried Rice is a quick and delightful weeknight meal that brings the luxurious flavors of a restaurant dish right to your kitchen. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfectly combined with colorful veggies and fluffy rice. This one-pan wonder is not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize with whatever ingredients you have on hand. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an impressive meal for guests, this dish is sure to satisfy everyone at the table. Prepare to be amazed by the burst of flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cups chilled rice
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 eggs (lightly beaten)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 cup peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup corn
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add sesame oil, butter, and canola oil until melted.
- Cook shrimp until pink (2-3 minutes); set aside.
- Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, then add peas, carrots, and corn; cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Push veggies aside, scramble the eggs in the skillet until fully cooked.
- Add chilled rice and shrimp back into the skillet; stir well.
- Drizzle with soy sauce and mix thoroughly; season with salt, pepper, and green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 240mg