High Protein Kimchi Fried Rice with Shrimp
A spicy, savory Korean-inspired stir-fry loaded with tender shrimp, gut-friendly kimchi, and a golden fried egg. Quick to make and packed with over 35 grams of protein to keep your energy steady.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Sarah + Lila
Sarah created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Using leftover day-old cooked brown rice prevents the fried rice from becoming soggy.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat 1 tsp (5ml) of sesame oil…
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Heat 1 tsp (5ml) of sesame oil…
Heat 1 tsp (5ml) of sesame oil in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat (350°F / 175°C) for 1 minute.
Allow: 1 minute
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Add 130g peeled raw shrimp to the…
Add 130g peeled raw shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and opaque throughout, then transfer shrimp to a plate.
Look for: pink and opaque throughout, then transfer shrimp to a plate
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Add 0.5 cup kimchi and 0.25 cup edamame to the same skillet and sauté for 2 minutes until warm and fragrant.
Look for: warm and fragrant
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Stir in 0.5 cup cooked brown rice and 1 tbsp soy sauce, pressing the rice into the skillet to crisp slightly for 3 to 4 minutes.
Allow: 3 to 4 minutes
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Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and…
Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together for 1 minute until heated through, then transfer rice to a serving bowl.
Look for: heated through, then transfer rice to a serving bowl
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Heat the remaining 0
Heat the remaining 0.5 tsp sesame oil in the same skillet over medium heat, crack in 1 large egg, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes until white is set and yolk remains runny.
Look for: white is set and yolk remains runny
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Top the fried rice with the fried…
Top the fried rice with the fried egg and sliced green onion, then serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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