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Seafood Fried Rice

Savory Seafood Fried Rice: A Quick Asian Comfort Meal

This Seafood Fried Rice is a quick and delightful dish combining shrimp, crab, and vegetables for a tasty comfort meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 4 cups Day-old cooked jasmine rice
For the Seafood
  • 1 lb Shrimp (medium, peeled & deveined) Frozen shrimp works too when thawed well.
  • 8 oz Crab meat (fresh or imitation) Imitation crab is a budget-friendly option.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Carrots (finely diced) Can substitute with peas or bell peppers.
  • 1 cup Green peas Fresh or frozen.
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper (diced) Swap for any bell variety.
  • 2 stalks Green onions (chopped) Chives can be a nice alternative.
  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped) Use yellow, red, or green varieties as needed.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is highly recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh ginger (minced) Ground ginger works in a pinch.
For the Sauces
  • 3 tbsp Soy sauce Tamari is great for gluten-free options.
  • 2 tbsp Oyster sauce Vegetarian oyster sauce is a good substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil Grapeseed oil keeps it light.
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Butter (unsalted) Optional but highly recommended for richness.
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable or peanut oil Coconut oil can work too.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt Consider using low-sodium versions.
  • to taste Black pepper

Equipment

  • Wok or Non-stick Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a bowl, combine the peeled shrimp and crab meat with soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, lemon juice, and a pinch of white pepper. Mix well and allow the seafood to marinate for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
  2. Chop your carrots, bell peppers, onions, green onions, and ginger into uniform, bite-sized pieces. Set everything aside in an organized manner.
  3. Place a large wok or non-stick skillet over high heat until it’s slightly smoking. Add vegetable oil and swirl to coat the surface.
  4. Carefully add the marinated shrimp and crab to the hot wok, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until cooked through. Remove from wok.
  5. Toss in minced garlic, ginger, and chopped onions, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Introduce the prepared carrots, green peas, and diced bell peppers to the wok, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
  7. Push the vegetable mixture to one side of the wok, pour the beaten eggs into the empty side, allowing to set before gently scrambling.
  8. Incorporate the day-old jasmine rice into the wok, breaking up clumps and stir-frying for 3-4 minutes.
  9. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a drizzle of sesame oil. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes while seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  10. Return the cooked shrimp and crab to the wok, tossing everything together for 1-2 minutes. Optionally, add unsalted butter for richness.
  11. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions or a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using day-old rice is essential for the perfect texture. Make sure to preheat the wok for authentic stir-fry flavor.

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