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    Shrimp Fried Rice Cups (Gluten-Free)

    October 9, 2022 · Published: October 10, 2022 By: Asian Caucasian 2 Comments

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    fried rice cups topped with shrimp on a round plate
    shrimp fried rice cups baked in a muffin tin and on a round plate.

    Ditch the fork and make these perfectly portioned Shrimp Fried Rice Cups! Gluten-free and full of flavor, these rice cups are a cinch to make. Your family will be loving on these!

    fried rice cups topped with shrimp on a long gray serving plate with soy sauce on the side and a white plate with another fried rice cup

    Rice is practically a staple in Asian food. But, what do you do with all of that leftover rice? Please don't throw it away! Grab your muffin tin because you can make these easy, gluten-free Shrimp Fried Rice Cups with lots of shortcut options!

    Also, you can use the ingredients for these rice cups from my other fried rice recipes, like my tasty, healthy Cauliflower Kimchi Fried Rice.

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    • Ingredients you'll need for these fried rice cups
    • How to make this awesome recipe
    • Shortcuts and substitutions
    • Other delicious shrimp recipes
    • Storage
    • FAQ's
    • Shrimp Fried Rice Cups (Gluten-Free)
    Ingredients in bowls on a white board for making shrimp fried rice cups.

    Ingredients you'll need for these fried rice cups

    You can get creative with the ingredients in this muffin tin fried rice. So, there's no need to make a classic fried rice recipe when you have veggies in your fridge that are about to expire. Use them up! Here's what I used:

    • White rice. (Pre-cooked.) The best rice will be day-old rice, because it holds together better. If you're a fan of brown rice, feel free to use that as well. Honestly, I love picking up frozen white or brown rice from Trader Joe's and popping it in the microwave. It's such a time-saver!
    • Red onion, bell peppers, scallions, and frozen shelled edamame. I decided not to use frozen peas and use edamame instead. But, I accidentally left the edamame in the microwave, which is why it's not in the ingredients photo! Oops!
    • Ginger. Grated, fresh ginger gives this fried rice a nice punch!
    • Large shrimp. (Uncooked.) You'll need some chopped shrimp for the fried rice mixture, and 12 whole shrimp for the tops of the rice cups.
    • Tamari (or gluten-free soy sauce). This recipe is great even if you don't follow a gluten-free lifestyle. However, you don't have to make this gluten-free. Just use regular soy sauce.
    • Sesame oil. Gives it a nutty, toasty flavor.
    • Eggs. To help bind the rice cups, and, fried rice always has fried eggs!
    • Coconut flour. This also helps to bind the rice cups. Again, you can use all-purpose flour as a substitute if you don't need this recipe to be gluten free.
    • Red pepper flakes. For some heat!

    [*See recipe card for exact quantities.]

    How to make this awesome recipe

    1. Heat the oven. Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.

    2. In a heavy wok or frying pan, heat the oil to medium-high on the stove. Add in your veggies and ginger. Stir-fry until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.

    3. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and let cool. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, toss the whole shrimp with a dash of sesame oil, salt and pepper, and set aside.

    colorful veggies being stir-fried in a large wok with a wooden spatula over the stove

    Heat the canola oil in a wok or frying pan on medium-high heat.

    colorful veggies being stir-fried with a wooden spatula

    Stir-fry the veggies until crisp-tender.

    4. To the veggies, mix in your cooked rice, tamari, sesame oil, eggs, coconut flour, red pepper flakes, and chopped shrimp.

    a large glass mixing bowl filled with a fried rice mixture and a wooden spatula

    5. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, spoon the fried rice mixture into each muffin cup to almost the top. Then, pat it down for a flat surface.

    fried rice cups in a muffin tin ready for the oven with an empty glass mixing bowl in scooper on the side

    6. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove and top each rice cup with one whole shrimp. Sprinkle with extra red pepper flakes.

    7. Bake an additional 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and gently lift each cup out of the tin with a small rubber spatula. Sprinkle each rice cup with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.

    8. Serve with a side of tamari or soy sauce for drizzling.

    [*See recipe card for detailed instructions.]

    shrimp fried rice cups baked in a muffin tin

    This easy, homemade Shrimp Fried Rice Cups recipe is sure to become a family fave! Pop any leftovers in the freezer, and reheat for a great grab-and-go snack!

    fried rice cups topped with shrimp on a round plate on top of a white wooden board

    Shortcuts and substitutions

    • Make it super easy and use frozen mixed veggies instead of chopping up fresh veggies.
    • I used frozen, shelled edamame, but traditionally, fried rice is made with frozen peas. Either one is fine!
    • This recipe is great even if you don't follow a gluten-free lifestyle. Just use regular soy sauce instead of tamari.
    • White rice is best, but you can use brown rice to keep it a bit healthier.
    • Again, you can use all-purpose flour as a substitute if you don't want this recipe to be gluten free.

    Other delicious shrimp recipes

    If you liked these Shrimp Fried Rice Cups, you're going to want these other shrimp recipes too!

    • Grilled Miso Shrimp Garden Salad
    • Gluten-Free Baked Coconut Shrimp
    • Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
    • Shrimp Sambal with Roasted Cauliflower, Chickpeas and Ginger

    Storage

    • You can store these Shrimp Fried Rice Cups in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Separate the rice cups from the whole shrimp, and reheat the rice cups in microwave for 30-40 seconds. Then, reheat the whole shrimp for 10-20 seconds.
    • You can freeze these rice cups in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Reheat individual rice cups for 40 seconds in the microwave.

    FAQ's

    What is the secret to great fried rice?

    Use cold, leftover cooked rice. Left in the fridge overnight, the rice grains will firm up, making it easier to separate and decreasing the chances of your fried rice turning out mushy. If you can't wait, air freshly cooked rice to remove moisture and refrigerate the rice for a few hours before cooking.

    What is the best rice for fried rice?

    Long-grain white rice is perfect for fried rice. It cooks up fluffy and not sticky, with individual grains remaining firm and distinct. It all comes down to two starch molecules: amylose and amylopectin.

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    Shrimp Fried Rice Cups (Gluten-Free)

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    Ditch the fork and make these perfectly portioned Shrimp Fried Rice Cups! Gluten-free and full of flavor, these rice cups are a cinch to make. Your family will be loving on these!

    • Total Time: 35 min
    • Yield: 6 1x

    Ingredients

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    • Nonstick cooking spray
    • 2 tablespoons canola oil
    • ½ red onion, finely chopped
    • 1 red or yellow pepper, finely chopped
    • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
    • ½ cup frozen, shelled edamame (thawed)
    • 3 green scallions, sliced
    • 3 cups pre-cooked white rice
    • 8 ounces peeled and cleaned shrimp, cut into 1-inch pieces
    • 12 whole, cleaned shrimp, peeled
    • ¼ cup tamari
    • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
    • 2 large eggs, beaten
    • ½ cup coconut flour
    • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes

    Garnishes and dipping:

    • scallions, finely chopped
    • sesame seeds
    • red pepper flakes
    • ¼ cup tamari sauce for drizzling

    Instructions

    1. Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
    2. In a heavy wok or skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat and sauté the chopped onions, bell peppers, and ginger for approximately 5 minutes, until crisp tender. Stir in the edamame pods, transfer to a large bowl, and set aside to cool.
    3. To the bowl, mix in your cooked rice, tamari, sesame oil, eggs, coconut flour, red pepper flakes, and chopped shrimp. Stir until well-combined.
    4. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, spoon the fried rice mixture into each muffin cup to almost the top. Then, pat it down for a flat surface. Bake for 15 minutes and remove from the oven.
    5. Top each rice cup with one whole shrimp. Sprinkle with extra red pepper flakes if desired, and bake an additional 5 minutes.
    6. Remove from the oven and gently lift each cup out of the tin with a small rubber spatula. Sprinkle each rice cup with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.
    7. Serve with a side of tamari or soy sauce for drizzling.

    Notes

    • Make it super easy and use frozen mixed veggies instead of chopping up fresh veggies.
    • I used frozen, shelled edamame, but traditionally, fried rice is made with frozen peas. Either one is fine!
    • This recipe is great even if you don't follow a gluten-free lifestyle. Just use regular soy sauce instead of tamari.
    • White rice is best, but you can use brown rice to keep it a bit healthier.
    • Again, you can use all-purpose flour as a substitute if you don't want this recipe to be gluten free.
    • Author: Asian Caucasian
    • Prep Time: 15 min
    • Cook Time: 20
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Stove top / Oven
    • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
    • Diet: Gluten Free

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 300
    • Sugar: 2.8 g
    • Sodium: 1091.4 mg
    • Fat: 4.9 g
    • Carbohydrates: 36 g
    • Protein: 27.9 g
    • Cholesterol: 214.1 mg

    Keywords: fried rice, shrimp fried rice, rice cups, muffin tin recipe

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    1. Carol Berring

      October 10, 2022 at 8:13 am

      These rice cups are so clever! I happen to have all of the ingredients so I’m making these tonight. My kids are going to love these!

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      • Asian Caucasian

        October 10, 2022 at 8:16 am

        Yay! I can't wait for you to make these! Please send me a picture of your shrimp fried rice cups and I'll put them on my Insta feed! Enjoy!

        Reply

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