Khao Pad Crab

Khao Pad Crab

A fragrant Thai fried rice dish loaded with succulent crab meat, jasmine rice, and aromatic seasonings that creates a restaurant-quality meal in minutes.

⏱ 20 minServes 4Thai

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, cooled
  • 8 oz fresh or canned crab meat, drained
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce

Directions

  1. 1Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. 2Pour in beaten eggs and scramble quickly, then push to the side of the wok.
  3. 3Add onions, bell pepper, and peas with carrots. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables soften slightly.
  4. 4Add the cooled jasmine rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
  5. 5Gently fold in crab meat, being careful not to break it apart too much.
  6. 6Pour in fish sauce and oyster sauce, then sprinkle with white pepper. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes.
  7. 7Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, and serve immediately.

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