Khao Pad

Khao Pad

A vibrant Thai fried rice with jasmine rice, egg, and aromatic seasonings that comes together in minutes.

⏱ 15 minServes 2Thai

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, cooled
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup diced chicken or shrimp
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions

  1. 1Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat, scramble the beaten eggs until cooked, then remove and set aside.
  2. 2Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the wok, stir-fry minced garlic and diced onion for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. 3Add the protein (chicken or shrimp) and cook until done, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. 4Add the cooled rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. 5Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  6. 6Pour in soy sauce and fish sauce, mix well, then add white pepper to taste.
  7. 7Return the scrambled eggs to the wok, toss everything together for 1 minute.
  8. 8Transfer to serving plates, garnish with green onions, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

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