Shrimp Fried Rice

This tasty fried rice is full of fresh flavors and tender shrimp. It’s sure to become a family favorite.

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Shrimp Fried Rice

This tasty fried rice is full of fresh flavors and tender shrimp. It's sure to become a family favorite.

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Servings: 6

Equipment

• Instant Pot

Ingredients

• 15 pieces medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 1½ tbsp soy sauce
• 1½ tbsp stir-fry sauce
• 1½ tbsp red chili paste (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp white pepper
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1½ cup Basmati rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• salt to taste
• 10 fresh basil leaves

Instructions

• Wash rice and add to Instant Pot.
• Add water, vegetable oil and salt.
• Pressure cook on high for 5 minutes. Once done, keep warm for 5 minutes.
• Quick release pressure and transfer to a wide tray. Use a fork to remove lumps, if any, and let rice cool.
• In a wok, add sesame oil. Once hot, add shrimp and saute for 1 minute.
• Add onion and garlic and saute for 2 minutes.
• Add mixed vegetables and saute for 2-3 minutes.
• Combine soy sauce, stir-fry sauce, chili paste and sugar in a small bowl. Add to the shrimp and vegetables.
• Add cooked rice and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Add salt to taste and white pepper. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot.

Notes

• The rice can be prepared a day ahead of time or leftover rice can also be used. 
• If using pressure cooker, Rice: Water is 1 ½ : 2 ½. Add vegetable oil and salt to taste to the rice. Cook for one whistle and release pressure naturally. Let rice cool to room temperature. 
• Smaller shrimp also work well for this recipe. 

• See below for additional “Instant Pot” varieties.
  • Instant Pot Recipes