Easy Thai Shrimp Fried Rice Ready in Just 30 Minutes

Easy Thai Shrimp Fried Rice captures authentic Thai flavors in just 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound Large shrimp peeled and deveined

For the Rice

4 cups Day-old Jasmine Rice cold

For the Aromatics

3 cloves Garlic minced
4 Green Onions sliced (white and green parts)

For the Sauces

2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
1 tablespoon Fish Sauce

For the Eggs

2 Eggs

For the Brightness

1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed

For the Spice

1 tablespoon Thai Chili Paste or Sriracha

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil for high-heat cooking

For Garnish

1/4 cup Cilantro optional, chopped

Equipment

Large skillet or wok

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Sear the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat and sear the shrimp for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
Scramble the eggs: Crack 2 eggs into the skillet and gently scramble for 1-2 minutes until just set.
Sauté aromatics: Add garlic and the white parts of the green onions, sauté for 30 seconds.
Stir-fry the rice: Add the jasmine rice and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
Season the rice: Pour in soy sauce, fish sauce, and chili paste, then add shrimp and scrambled eggs.
Finish with green onions and lime: Stir in the green parts of the onions and squeeze lime juice over the top.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with cilantro, serve hot with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use cold, day-old rice for best texture. Adjust spice levels to taste.

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