Easy Thai Fried Rice Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 Servings
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Calories
284 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Thai
Easy Thai Fried Rice Recipe
Description
This Thai fried rice begins by sautéing garlic and fresh ginger in sesame oil to release their aromas. Then cold, cooked jasmine rice is added and fried to develop slight caramelization without becoming oily. Soy sauce and fish sauce season the rice to impart umami and saltiness characteristic of Thai cuisine.
Beaten eggs are cooked directly in the pan and scrambled into the rice, adding richness and bite-sized egg pieces throughout. Green onions and chopped fresh cilantro are stirred in last to provide a fresh, herbaceous contrast.
The dish is typically served hot with optional lime wedges to squeeze over just before eating, adding brightness and tang. It works well as a main dish or a side to grilled or fried proteins.
Leftover fried rice keeps for 3-4 days refrigerated in an airtight container and can be reheated in a microwave or stovetop with added water or oil to restore moisture and texture. Freezing is possible for up to one month though some textural changes may occur.
Ingredients
- 4 cups rice recommend cold, leftover rice, and jasmine works best, cooked
- 2 egg beaten
- 2 green onions chopped
- 2 tsp. fish sauce
- 2 tsp. soy sauce reduced sodium
- 1/2 tsp. ginger or use 1/8 tsp. ground ginger, fresh, minced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp. sesame oil
- 4 Tbsp. cilantro chopped, fresh
- 1 lime for optional lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Add your oil to a wok or large frying pan and heat over medium-high. When the oil is hot, add your garlic and fresh ginger (if using ground ginger, wait to add it until you add the rice). Sauté for 60 seconds.
- Add your rice and stir it around to coat it in oil. You may feel like you want to add more oil, but don't. You need the rice to get some good color and texture, and too much oil will just make it oily.
- Fry the rice for 30 seconds, then stir it around to expose the unfried side to the heat. Cook for another 30 seconds, and stir.
- Add 2 teaspoons soy sauce and 2 teaspoons fish sauce, stirring them in.
- Move your rice mixture out of the center of the pan, creating a little well for your eggs. Pour your beaten eggs into the center and let them cook for a few seconds undisturbed.
- Now, break up the eggs and scramble into your rice, making sure to mix everything together well.
- Add your green onions and the 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro. Then, stir it well.
- Taste a bite with a spoon to make sure everything is seasoned well and heated through. If it needs more flavor, add a bit more soy sauce or even some red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Serve and granish with a bit more cilantro for color and lime wedges on the side. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftover fried rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- You can freeze fried rice for up to one month, but texture may change upon thawing.
- Reheat in a microwave with a sprinkle of water or on the stovetop with occasional stirring to maintain moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 284 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 284kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 323mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1185IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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