A quick, flavorful meal packed with juicy shrimp, fragrant garlic, and fluffy white rice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan dish is easy to make and bursting with savory goodness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, peas)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make It
- Cook the Rice: Prepare white rice and set it aside.
- Sauté Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Vegetables: In the same skillet, add sesame oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Toss in mixed vegetables and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Add cooked rice, shrimp, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until well combined.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with green onions and serve hot.
Tips
- Use day-old rice for the best texture.
- Substitute tamari for soy sauce to make it gluten-free.
- Add a splash of lime juice for extra zing.
- Double the veggies for a healthier twist!
Enjoy this easy stir fry, a perfect blend of simplicity and flavor!
The Forested Fork 