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Thai Fried Rice recepe

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Thai Fried Rice is a fragrant, savory stir-fry made with jasmine rice, vegetables, eggs, and your choice of protein. Seasoned with soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, and herbs, it’s a quick and flavorful dish that brings authentic Thai taste to your table.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup carrots, diced (optional)
  • 3 scallions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper or black pepper
  • 1 cup protein of choice (shrimp, chicken, tofu, etc.)
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Cucumber slices and lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add diced onion and carrots; stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Push vegetables to one side and crack eggs into the pan. Scramble and cook until set.
  5. Add your protein and stir-fry until cooked through. If using pre-cooked protein, just heat it through.
  6. Add the cold jasmine rice, breaking up clumps with a spatula.
  7. Stir in soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, pepper, and lime juice. Mix well to combine evenly.
  8. Add chopped scallions and cook for another minute.
  9. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
  10. Serve hot with cucumber slices and lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture.Customize with your favorite vegetables and protein.Make it spicy by adding Thai chili or sriracha.Skip fish sauce and eggs for a vegan version.Cook in batches if doubling to avoid steaming the rice.

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