Description
Savory shrimp vegetable rice delight offers a perfect blend of Mediterranean coastal flavors and wholesome ingredients. Colorful bell peppers, tender shrimp, and aromatic rice combine to create a satisfying meal that transports diners to sun-drenched seaside destinations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 ½ cups frozen veggie blend (peas and carrots)
- 1 cup frozen sweet corn
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
Base and Seasonings:
- 4 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil
- 4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- Salt and pepper, optional or to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and pour vegetable oil. Carefully add raw shrimp and sauté for approximately 4-5 minutes, flipping occasionally until they transform into a golden-brown color with slight caramelization. Transfer cooked shrimp to a separate plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, introduce sesame oil. When oil becomes fragrant, incorporate finely chopped garlic and freshly grated ginger. Quickly stir and cook for 30-45 seconds until aromatic, releasing their essential flavors.
- Introduce frozen mixed vegetables including peas, diced carrots, corn kernels, and half of the chopped green onions into the skillet. Gently toss and sauté for 2-3 minutes, allowing vegetables to soften and become slightly tender.
- Create a small clearing in the skillet and pour lightly whisked eggs into the empty space. Scramble eggs using a spatula, continuously stirring until they reach a fluffy, fully cooked consistency. Integrate scrambled eggs with the existing vegetable mixture.
- Reintroduce the previously cooked shrimp into the skillet along with pre-cooked rice. Drizzle soy sauce and mirin over the mixture. Thoroughly combine all ingredients, ensuring even distribution of flavors and heating for approximately 2 minutes.
- Garnish with remaining green onions and serve immediately while warm, presenting a vibrant and aromatic one-pan meal.
Notes
- Elevate your weeknight dinner with this quick and flavorful one-pan shrimp and vegetable rice dish that comes together in less than 20 minutes.
- Frozen mixed vegetables save time and add vibrant color, nutrition, and texture to this easy stir-fry style meal.
- High heat is crucial for achieving golden-brown shrimp and preventing soggy vegetables, so keep your skillet sizzling.
- Sesame oil provides an authentic Asian-inspired flavor profile that transforms ordinary ingredients into something special.
- Mirin adds a subtle sweetness that balances the salty soy sauce, creating a harmonious and complex taste experience.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to ensure smooth cooking and prevent burning delicate items like garlic and ginger.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American-Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 280 mg