Sweet and Savory Fried Rice with Pork and Shrimp
Fragrant rice stir-fried with tender pork and shrimp in a balanced sweet-savory sauce, a staple Shanghainese home dish. This shanghainese-inspired asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs (720g) - day-old cooked white rice, (115g) pork shoulder, (115g) shrimp for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups (720g) - day-old cooked white rice
- 4 oz (115g) pork shoulder
- 4 oz (115g) shrimp
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp (chopped) green onions
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Shaoxing wine
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- to taste salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook diced pork until browned, about 4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add shrimp to skillet and cook until pink, about 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Push pork and shrimp to one side. Scramble 2 eggs in the skillet until just set, about 1 minute.
- Step 4: Add cooked rice, breaking up clumps. Stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp Shaoxing wine, 1/2 tsp sugar, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Step 5: Return pork and shrimp to skillet. Stir in 3 tbsp chopped green onions and cook for 1 more minute. Season with salt to taste.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sweet and Savory Fried Rice with Pork and Shrimp take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sweet and Savory Fried Rice with Pork and Shrimp?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (115g) pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sweet and Savory Fried Rice with Pork and Shrimp?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sweet and Savory Fried Rice with Pork and Shrimp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sweet and Savory Fried Rice with Pork and Shrimp?
Shanghainese asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My kids devoured this! The pork and shrimp made it so flavorful.
- ★★★★★
This fried rice was a hit at my family dinner! The sweet and savory balance was perfect.
- ★★★★☆
Perfect for a weeknight meal. The recipe was clear and the flavors were spot on.
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