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Shrimp Fried Rice with Spinach and Green Peas

Quick and Flavorful Shrimp Fried Rice with Vibrant Veggies

4servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Shrimp Fried Rice with Spinach and Green Peas

About this recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Shrimp Fried Rice, featuring succulent shrimp, nutritious spinach, and sweet green peas. This dish is not only quick and easy to make, but it's also packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a perfect choice for busy days.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup green peas, thawed if frozen
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Add shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Move shrimp to one side and add spinach and peas; cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add the cooked and cooled rice, breaking up clumps, and combine with shrimp and veggies.

  6. 6

    Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice mixture; toss well to coat.

  7. 7

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  8. 8

    Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through, then serve hot.

Chef's tip

Ensure rice is cooled to prevent clumping during stir-frying. This recipe can be adjusted with additional vegetables like carrots for extra flavor and texture.

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