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Crab Fried Rice

Crab Fried Rice: Quick Comfort Food Bursting with Flavor

A quick and easy Crab Fried Rice recipe that transforms leftover rice into a flavorful masterpiece in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Use any neutral oil like canola or sunflower.
  • 1 shallot or onion Adds a mild sweetness; substitute with a small onion.
  • 2 cloves garlic Fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 3 eggs Beaten eggs enrich the dish.
  • 4 cups cooked Jasmine rice Day-old rice yields the best texture.
For Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Substitute with tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon sugar Brown sugar can be used if desired.
  • 0.5 teaspoon white pepper Black pepper can be a substitute.
For the Star Ingredient
  • 1 cup crabmeat Use any affordable crab or imitation crab.
  • 0.5 cup green onions Fresh garnish; cilantro leaves can replace them.
For Serving
  • 1 whole cucumber Served on the side for crunch and freshness.
  • 1 whole lime Wedges add a zesty finishing touch.

Equipment

  • large pan or wok

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 diced shallot or small onion, sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  3. Toss in 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
  4. Pour in 3 beaten eggs, cook while stirring for 1-2 minutes until just set but still moist.
  5. Stir in 4 cups of cooked Jasmine rice, adding 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and ½ teaspoon of white pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Continue cooking for 3-5 minutes until the rice is heated through and slightly crispy.
  7. Gently fold in 1 cup of crabmeat, warming it through without cooking further.
  8. Remove from heat and fold in chopped green onions and fresh cilantro if desired.
  9. Serve immediately with cucumber slices and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for best results, and feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables.

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