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Thai Style Crab Fried Rice

Thai Style Crab Fried Rice: Easy Luxurious Flavor in One Pan

Experience the flavors of Thailand with this Thai Style Crab Fried Rice, a quick and gourmet dish perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Rice
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Provides fat for frying and prevents sticking to the pan.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs Contributes richness and texture.
  • 4 cups Day-Old Long Grain Rice Chilled rice prevents clumping.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Substitute with gluten-free tamari if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Enhances umami flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Balances flavors with sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper Adjust to suit taste preferences.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness when folded in.
  • 1 cup Lump Crab Meat Key ingredient for luxurious flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Finely Diced Carrots Adds sweetness and crunch.
  • 1 large White Onion Chop finely for even cooking.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Adds fresh flavor.
For Optional Side Sauce (Prik Nam Pla)
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Essential for zesty touch.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh lime is best.
  • 2 cloves Sliced Garlic
  • 1 fresh Sliced Chili Adjust based on heat tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar To balance acidity and heat.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the side sauce by mixing fish sauce, lime juice, sliced garlic, sliced chili, and sugar in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble gently for about 1-2 minutes until set.
  5. Incorporate day-old rice, breaking up clumps and stirring for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Drizzle in light soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and white pepper, stirring well.
  7. Add unsalted butter and toast the rice mixture for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  8. Fold in lump crab meat, finely diced carrots, white onion, and green onions, heating for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with cilantro, cucumber slices, and lime wedge, and serve with side sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Choose high-quality crab for the best flavor and use day-old rice for optimal texture.

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