Description
Thai fried rice is a delicious and aromatic dish that captures the essence of authentic Thai street food. With the savory notes of garlic, soy sauce, and fresh lime, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or to impress friends at your next gathering. Customizable with your choice of proteins and vegetables, it’s not just a meal; it’s an adventure on your plate!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups day-old jasmine rice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 cup carrots, diced
- 1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions. If using fresh rice, let it cool completely before frying.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Push garlic to one side and pour whisked eggs onto the other side; scramble until just set and then mix together.
- Add in cooked rice, soy sauce, carrots, and peas. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat, squeeze lime juice over the dish, and toss in chopped green onions and cilantro if desired. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For best texture, use day-old rice to prevent clumping during cooking. Feel free to swap proteins like chicken or shrimp, or add extra vegetables for more variety. A touch of lime juice can brighten flavors even further.