Kielbasa and shrimp are added to our favorite fried rice recipe to make it a “two thumbs up,” kid-approved, hearty as can be skillet meal; perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner! This Kielbasa and Shrimp Fried Rice is a keeper.
Okay, let’s just admit it. I’m fried rice obsessed. Ever since I tried my friend Julie’s tips for perfect fried rice, I’ve been making different versions at least once a week.
In case you’re wondering, oh yes, we still love the Fried Rice with Ham and Vegetables that I shared a couple months ago. All three of my kids have declared fried rice to be one of their favorite meals now.
I love shrimp fried rice, as evidenced by this much older recipe. Is it weird to link you to an older recipe that seriously needs an update? (Especially now that I’ve learned just how much better fried rice can be?!)
What fun is blogging if I’m not able to laugh at myself and some less than stellar earlier attempts? And yes, I was pretty proud of my “fried rice” way back when.
A few weeks ago, I had some kielbasa in the refrigerator and shrimp in the freezer calling my name, so this was our latest variation of fried rice. As soon as I tasted it, I knew I needed to share it with you. The kielbasa with the shrimp is my newest favorite fried rice combination.
Kitchen Tip: I use this skillet to make this recipe.
COOK’S NOTE: The rice for this recipe needs to be completely chilled so that it can be easily broken apart into individual grains without any clumping or sticking.
I suggest making the rice a day or two (even as much as 4-5 days) before you want to use it. The key to great fried rice is using rice that is as dry as possible so that your fried rice won’t be mushy or soft.
Here are some more fried rice recipes you might like:
Secret Ingredient Ham Fried Rice by The Little Kitchen
Ginger Pineapple Fried Rice by Simply Recipes
{Better Than Take-Out} Fried Rice by Barefeet In The Kitchen
Kimchi and Spam Fried Rice by Serious Eats
Puerto Rican “Fried Rice” by The Noshery
Karen says
Does it have to be Jasmine rice?
Mary says
Any rice that you enjoy eating will work for this recipe.
Su says
It’s delicious! I had to add a small amount of salt at the end. Very good!
Mary Younkin says
I’m glad you enjoyed this, Su!
Jeff says
Good stuff. I think andouille would be a great substitute. I also used some left over Turkey .
Mary Younkin says
That sounds great, Jeff!
Nancy Rafferty says
This recipe was easy, absolutely delicious, and will definitely become a keeper at our house!! As we all play “Chopped” these days in the kitchen with whatever ingredients we have left doing our part with social distancing, I searched for a recipe to make something using some kielbasa and shrimp that we had left in our freezer. I never imagined that I would find a recipe using both of these ingredients together that would taste good, but this one is delicious. I can imagine using whatever proteins and frozen veggies we have on hand and it tasting equally delicious!! Thanks for finally teaching me how to make excellent fried rice!!!
Mary Younkin says
I’m so glad that you like the recipe, Nancy!
Seasons01 says
Very good!!
I did not add more oil to the pan when I added the Kielbasa, I used on the green of the onion at the end. I added a little bit of Soy Sauce that was not light. Garlic salt and garlic powder. I cooked the shrimp just until light pink and pulled off heat. I like it done slightly less.
This was perfect! Thank you!
Mary Younkin says
I’m so glad you like it!
Angela Ponder says
Did you put Chicken squares in the recipe in the picture?
Mary Younkin says
Chicken squares? oh! I think you’re looking at the egg. I fry it in a large pancake and then chop it up.
RosaLinda says
I brought home left over yummy white rice from a bbq. I had no clue as to how to use it and…
Oh mylanta!! This was absolutely delicious. I didnt have sesame oil and my hubbers doesn’t like peas. I did add a little bit of fish oil. It was so fun to make. Thank you very much for sharing this recipe. God bless!
Mary Younkin says
RosaLinda – Oh mylanta – that saying always makes me laugh. Perfect use for leftover rice. Have a great day.
Dan says
What counties do you think this dish is from
Mary Younkin says
Dan, I don’t know that I can necessarily attribute this recipe to a particular country or cuisine but rather a combination of flavor and ingredients my family enjoys is all.