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Seafood Fried Rice

Delicious Seafood Fried Rice for Quick Weeknight Dinners

A quick and easy Seafood Fried Rice bursting with savory flavors from shrimp and crab, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 560
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups Day-old cooked jasmine rice Ensure dry, separate grains for the best texture.
  • 2 Eggs (beaten) Adds fluffiness and binds everything together.
For the Seafood
  • 1 lb Shrimp (medium, peeled & deveined) Provides juicy protein.
  • 1 cup Crab meat (fresh or imitation) Adds sweet richness.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Carrots (finely diced) Brings color and crunchy texture.
  • 1 cup Green peas Offers sweetness.
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper (diced) Contributes sweet flavor and vibrant color.
  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped) Adds depth of flavor.
  • 2 stalks Green onions (chopped) Used as garnish.
Aromatics & Seasonings
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Essential for aroma.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh ginger (minced) Adds warm and spicy note.
  • 4 tbsp Soy sauce Provides salty umami.
  • 2 tbsp Oyster sauce Adds depth and gloss.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil Enhances aroma.
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable or peanut oil Ideal for frying.
  • 2 tbsp Butter (unsalted) Gives a smooth finish.
  • to taste Salt & black pepper For balancing flavors.

Equipment

  • wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the seafood by combining shrimp and crab with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, and white pepper. Allow to marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the vegetables by finely chopping the carrots, green peas, red bell pepper, onion, and green onions.
  3. Heat the wok over high heat for 2-3 minutes until hot.
  4. Sear the marinated seafood for 2-3 minutes until shrimp turns pink and opaque, then remove from wok.
  5. Add garlic, ginger, and onion to the remaining oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds.
  6. Add chopped carrots, peas, and bell pepper, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Scramble the beaten eggs on one side of the wok for 1-2 minutes, then mix with the vegetables.
  8. Add day-old jasmine rice, stirring vigorously to incorporate with other ingredients.
  9. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, stirring for 1-2 minutes.
  10. Combine the seafood back into the wok and toss for another 1-2 minutes.
  11. Finish by adding a pat of unsalted butter, mix well, and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 29gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite ingredients.

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