Thai Shrimp Fried Rice

Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, Thai Shrimp Fried Rice is a quick and satisfying one-pan dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. This recipe features plump, juicy shrimp stir-fried with fragrant jasmine rice, fluffy scrambled eggs, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots and scallions, all seasoned with a harmonious blend of soy sauce, fish sauce, and a touch of sugar for that signature savory-sweet balance. The secret to achieving the perfect texture lies in using chilled, day-old rice, which crisps up beautifully in a hot wok. Finished with fresh lime wedges and optional cilantro for a zesty, herbaceous lift, this Thai-inspired fried rice is a restaurant-quality meal you can enjoy at home. Perfectly customizable and ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’ll have everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Jasmine rice, cooked and chilled
• 12 large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 large Eggs, lightly beaten
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 small Yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 stalks Scallions, sliced
• 1 medium Carrot, finely diced
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil or peanut oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground white pepper
• 4 pieces Lime wedges, for serving
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the jasmine rice in advance and allow it to fully cool or chill. Cold rice helps achieve the best texture for fried rice.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

Step 3

Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Pour the beaten eggs into the pan and scramble them until just set, then break them into small pieces and remove from the pan. Set aside with the shrimp.

Step 4

Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in the pan. Add the minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced carrot to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 6

Increase the heat to high. Add the chilled jasmine rice to the skillet. Use a spatula to break apart any clumps and stir-fry the rice to heat through evenly.

Step 7

Drizzle the soy sauce, fish sauce, and sprinkle the sugar and white pepper over the rice. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasoning.

Step 8

Return the cooked shrimp and scrambled eggs to the skillet, stirring to combine with the rice.

Step 9

Add the sliced scallions and stir-fry for another minute. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve the Thai Shrimp Fried Rice hot, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, and lime wedges on the side for squeezing over.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1339 grams (1339.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1888

Total Fat 56.30g	72%
Saturated Fat 10.10g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 724mg	241%
Sodium 3500mg	152%
Total Carbohydrate 264.00g	96%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 14.50g
Protein 85.80g	172%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 347mg	27%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 1615mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.6%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 55.4%