Thai Style Fried Rice… With a Curry Flavor, Hmmm!!!

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 1
Thai Style Fried Rice with a Curry Flavor
in Rice

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups of cold steamed jasmine rice
3 tablespoons peanut oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion , finely chopped
1 fresh red chili pepper , seeded and sliced
1 -2 fresh green chile ( I use serrano )
1 -2 tablespoon Thai red curry paste ( I use Thai Kitchen brand )
1 - 1 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 pork chops or 1 chicken breast , finely diced
3 -4 garlic cloves , crushed
1 lb raw shrimp , shelled and de-veined ( chopped if large ) ( optional )
2 eggs , beaten with
pepper , and
1 teaspoon soy sauce ( I use Kikkoman brand )
2 -3 tablespoons of thai-style fish sauce ( for the saltiness , I usually go easy and then let people add more themselves )
1/8 - 1/2 teaspoon pepper ( to taste )
3/4 - 1 cup chopped green onion , including tops
according to your taste chopped fresh cilantro ( coriander ) or chopped fresh basil ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
500
Sugar
2g
Fat
15g
Thai Style Fried Rice with a Curry Flavor is a popular dish in Thai cuisine. It is a complete meal that includes rice, meat, vegetables, and spices. The combination of curry paste, curry powder, and fish sauce creates a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. This dish can be made with a variety of meats including pork, chicken, or shrimp, and can be customized to suit your own tastes.

Instructions

1.Heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
2.Add the onion, fresh red chili pepper, and fresh green chili pepper, and sauté for about 2 minutes.
3.Add the Thai red curry paste and curry powder, and fry for an additional minute.
4.Add the diced pork or chicken, and fry for about 5 minutes.
5.Add the crushed garlic, and fry for an additional minute.
6.If using shrimp, add them to the wok or frying pan, and fry until they turn pink.
7.Move all the ingredients to the side of the wok or frying pan.
8.Pour the beaten eggs into the space you have created, and scramble them until set.
9.Add the cooked cold rice, and stir well to combine with the other ingredients.
10.Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, and pepper, and stir well to combine.
11.Add the chopped green onions, and stir well to combine.
12.Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro or basil (if desired).

PROS

Thai Style Fried Rice with a Curry Flavor is a delicious and filling meal that can be made in just a few minutes.
The combination of curry paste, curry powder, and fish sauce creates a complex and satisfying flavor.

CONS

This dish can be high in sodium due to the use of fish sauce, so it should be consumed in moderation by those who are watching their sodium intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Thai Style Fried Rice with a Curry Flavor can be a healthy meal option if prepared with whole grain rice and lean proteins like chicken or shrimp. The dish is high in protein and fiber, and the use of spices like garlic and chili peppers can help to boost metabolism and improve digestion.

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