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Thai Fried Rice (Khao Pad)

Irresistibly Delicious Thai Fried Rice (Khao Pad) Recipe

This Thai Fried Rice (Khao Pad) is a vibrant, customizable dish full of flavor and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Day-old rice for best texture
For the Protein
  • 1 cup Shrimp Diced
  • 1 cup Chicken Diced
  • 1 cup Pork Diced
  • 1 cup Tofu Diced
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Onions Chopped
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1 cup Chinese Broccoli Chopped
For the Eggs
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
For the Sauces
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Optional
For Aromatics
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Chili Minced, adjust to taste
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Palm Sugar or Pineapple Optional

Equipment

  • Wok

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather your protein and vegetables. Dice your choice of protein into bite-sized pieces. Chop onions, tomatoes, and Chinese broccoli. Mince garlic and chili. Beat the eggs and set aside.
Cook Protein
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add diced protein and sauté for 3–4 minutes until cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
Scramble Eggs
  1. In the same wok, add beaten eggs and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until just set. Push to one side of the pan.
Stir-Fry Aromatics and Veggies
  1. Add minced garlic and chili to the hot pan, stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the prepped vegetables and cook for 2–3 minutes.
Combine
  1. Add jasmine rice, breaking up clumps. Return the cooked protein to the wok, drizzle in fish sauce, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Stir for 3–4 minutes.
Serve
  1. Plate the fried rice, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges and optional cucumber slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, always use day-old rice and fresh ingredients. Balance flavors according to your taste preferences.

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