Quick & Easy 30-Minute Seafood Rice

When a busy weeknight calls for a meal that is both incredibly fast and wonderfully satisfying, this 30-Minute Seafood Rice is the perfect answer. It’s a vibrant, flavorful dish that comes together in a single pan, brimming with tender prawns, crisp vegetables, and perfectly seasoned rice. We love how easily this recipe can be adapted to what you have on hand; it’s a brilliant way to use up leftover rice and vegetables. Forget takeout—a wholesome, delicious dinner is just moments away.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
• 1 lb large prawns, peeled and deveined
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
• 4 cups cooked and chilled long-grain rice (day-old rice is ideal)
• 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• Salt and white pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the Prawns: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the prawns in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: Add the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the diced bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
3. Scramble the Eggs: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Pour the beaten eggs onto the empty side and scramble until just cooked through. Break the eggs into small pieces with your spatula.



4. Combine and Fry: Add the chilled rice, frozen peas and carrots, soy sauce, and oyster sauce (if using) to the skillet. Stir everything together, breaking up any clumps of rice. Continue to stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, until the rice is heated through.
5. Finish and Serve: Return the cooked prawns to the skillet. Add the sesame oil and sliced green onions. Toss everything together to combine and warm the prawns through. Season with salt and white pepper to your liking. Serve immediately, garnished with extra green onions if desired.

Recipe Variations

This recipe is a fantastic template! Feel free to customize it to your taste. You can easily swap the prawns for 1 lb of chopped chicken breast or a block of firm, cubed tofu. For extra vegetables, consider adding broccoli florets, corn, or baby spinach in step 2.

Nutrition Information

Note: The following is an estimate for one serving, assuming the recipe serves four.