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Introduction

How to make pork fried rice: Hi, I’m Taka Sakaeda, a professional chef passionate about transforming everyday ingredients into comforting classics. Today, I’m sharing the most reliable and delicious method for making Shrimp and Egg Fried Rice right in your kitchen. With a few pro tips, you can achieve the perfect texture: crispy grains on the outside, fluffy within, tender shrimp, and soft, golden eggs—just like your favorite restaurant.

Fried rice is one of those dishes you can enjoy anytime—breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even a late-night snack. If you master this, you’ll never look at leftover rice the same way again.

🍚 Recipe Ingredients

✨ Highlight Ingredient: Japanese Short Grain Rice

This rice has a naturally higher starch and fat content, which makes every bite creamy, tender, and rich in flavor. It’s the secret to fried rice with a golden crust and a soft center.

1x Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

3 cups cooked Japanese short grain rice (leftover and chilled overnight)
3 large Jidori eggs (or any high-quality eggs)
½ cup scallions, thinly sliced
½ medium yellow onion, diced
8 oz shrimp (51/60 size), peeled and deveined
2 Tbsp neutral oil (like canola or grapeseed)
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 Tbsp soy sauce

2x Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

6 cups cooked Japanese short grain rice
6 large Jidori eggs
1 cup scallions, sliced
1 medium yellow onion
1 lb shrimp
4 Tbsp neutral oil
Salt and pepper
2 Tbsp soy sauce

4x Ingredients (Serves 8–10)

12 cups cooked Japanese short grain rice
12 large Jidori eggs
2 cups scallions, sliced
2 medium yellow onions
2 lbs shrimp
8 Tbsp neutral oil
Salt and pepper
4 Tbsp soy sauce

🍳 How to Make Fried Rice – Step-by-Step with Timings

1️⃣ Dry and Prepare Rice (Overnight)

Spread leftover rice on a tray.
Gently separate grains with your fingers.
Refrigerate uncovered overnight to dry.

2️⃣ Bring Rice to Room Temp (10 min)

Break apart any clumps.
Let sit so it’s not cold when cooking.

3️⃣ Prepare Ingredients (10 min)

Slice scallions thinly.
Dice onion.
Beat eggs until yolks and whites are fully combined.
Pat shrimp dry and season lightly.

4️⃣ Cook Eggs (2 min)

Heat wok until lightly smoking.
Add oil.
Pour in eggs and scramble gently until just set but still glossy.
Remove to a plate.

5️⃣ Cook Shrimp (1 min)

Reheat wok.
Add oil.
Sear shrimp until half-cooked and pink.
Remove to a plate.

6️⃣ Fry Onions and Rice (3–4 min)

Add more oil to the hot wok.
Sauté onions until lightly caramelized.
Spread rice in a thin layer over the wok surface.
Cook undisturbed until grains start to pop and crisp.

7️⃣ Combine All Ingredients (2–3 min)

Return shrimp and eggs to the wok.
Toss gently.
Drizzle soy sauce around the wok edges.
Season with salt and pepper.
Fold in scallions.

8️⃣ Finish and Serve (1 min)

Turn off heat.
Top with extra scallions for color.
Serve hot.

🌟 How to Make Moist and Tender Fried Rice

The secret to the most lusciously moist fried rice lies in temperature control and ingredient staging:

Use overnight-chilled rice to eliminate excess moisture.
Always bring rice to room temperature before cooking.
Sear proteins and eggs separately to avoid steaming.
Cook rice over smoking-hot heat to lock in a crispy crust and fluffy interior.
Add delicate ingredients like scallions last, preserving their freshness.

🧑‍🍳 10 Test Kitchen Tips

Dry Rice Overnight: Moisture is your enemy.
Room Temperature Rice: Prevents cooling the wok.
Super Hot Wok: Essential for caramelization.
Cook Eggs and Shrimp Separately: Controls doneness.
Use Neutral Oil: No flavor interference.
Don’t Crowd the Pan: It causes soggy rice.
Use High-Starch Rice: More luxurious mouthfeel.
Drizzle Soy Sauce on Wok Edges: Adds aroma without overpowering salt.
Fold, Don’t Mash: Keeps grains intact.
Finish with Fresh Scallions: Adds brightness and crunch.

🧊 How to Store Fried Rice

Cool your fried rice quickly:

- Spread leftovers in a thin layer on a tray to cool.
- Transfer to airtight containers.
- Refrigerate for up to 3 days.

To reheat:

- Warm in a nonstick skillet over medium heat with a splash of water or broth.
- Stir frequently to avoid burning.
- Finish with fresh scallions.

❄️ Can You Freeze Fried Rice?

Absolutely—freezing is a smart way to meal-prep fried rice without sacrificing taste.

- Portion into freezer-safe bags or containers.
- Press out extra air to avoid freezer burn.
- Label with date.
- Freeze up to 3 months.

To reheat:

- Thaw overnight in the fridge or microwave.
- Heat in a hot skillet with a drizzle of oil.
- Toss gently until steaming hot and re-crisped.

Freezing works especially well because the rice was already cooked, chilled, and dehydrated, maintaining its integrity.

💬 NonvegKahani Community Tips and Praise

“Taka’s method is a game-changer! I never knew about drying rice overnight. My fried rice came out restaurant-quality—crispy, fluffy, and not at all soggy. My family loved it!”
—Rahul K.

📝 Ingredients Recap

Quantity	Rice	Eggs	Shrimp	Onion	Scallions	Oil	Soy Sauce
1x	3 cups	3	8 oz	½	½ cup	2 Tbsp	1 Tbsp
2x	6 cups	6	1 lb	1	1 cup	4 Tbsp	2 Tbsp
4x	12 cups	12	2 lbs	2	2 cups	8 Tbsp	4 Tbsp

🍽️ Directions Recap

Step 1: Dry rice overnight
Step 2: Bring rice to room temp
Step 3: Prep all ingredients
Step 4: Cook eggs until barely set
Step 5: Sear shrimp halfway
Step 6: Fry onions and rice
Step 7: Combine everything
Step 8: Finish with scallions

🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories: ~450 kcal
Protein: 30 g
Carbs: 55 g
Fat: 12 g
Fiber: 3 g

📺 Best YouTube Video

▶️ Watch the full recipe video here (sample link)

❓ 5 Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I use long-grain rice instead of Japanese rice?
A1: You can, but the texture will be drier. Short-grain rice holds together better.

Q2: How do I avoid mushy fried rice?
A2: Always chill the rice overnight and cook in a super-hot pan in batches.

Q3: Can I substitute chicken or tofu?
A3: Absolutely! Just sear them separately as you would with shrimp.

Q4: How do I make it less salty?
A4: Use low-sodium soy sauce or season with salt sparingly.

Q5: What vegetables work best?
A5: Peas, carrots, and bell peppers are great. Avoid watery veggies like zucchini.

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🍚 Recipe Ingredients