Name: Seafood Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked white rice (cold, day-old preferred); 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/4 lb squid, cleaned and sliced into rings; 1/4 lb scallops or white fish pieces (optional); 2 eggs; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers); 2 green onions, sliced; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tsp fish sauce (optional); 1 tsp sesame oil; 2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or canola); Salt and black pepper, to taste; Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Description

Seafood Fried Rice is a quick and flavorful stir-fry made with cold rice, a mix of shrimp, squid, and vegetables, all tossed in savory sauces. It’s a satisfying one-pan meal packed with texture and bold umami flavor, perfect for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

4 cups cooked white rice (cold, day-old preferred)
1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 lb squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
1/4 lb scallops or white fish pieces (optional)
2 eggs
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers)
2 green onions, sliced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp fish sauce (optional)
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or canola)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
Add shrimp, squid, and scallops (if using). Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until just cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
Add remaining oil if needed. Crack in the eggs and scramble until just set.
Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until slightly tender.
Add the cold rice, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
Return the cooked seafood to the pan. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Stir well to combine.
Cook for another 1–2 minutes to let flavors meld and rice crisp slightly.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with green onions and serve with lime wedges if desired.

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture—it fries better without clumping.
Thaw and pat dry frozen seafood before cooking to prevent excess moisture.
Customize with your choice of vegetables or use only one type of seafood if preferred.
Add chili or sriracha for a spicy version.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 195mg