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THAI SPICY BASIL CHICKEN FRIED RICE
This is a staple of Thai cooking. Adjust the spices to your own tastes for a really great use for leftover rice!! I get the basil from a local Asian market. It has a different flavor than that of regular basil and makes all the difference in this recipe. It is fast and fairly easy to make, but requires constant stirring.
Provided by ErinInVegas
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Fried Rice Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk together the oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar in a bowl.
- Heat the oil in a wok over medium-high heat until the oil begins to smoke. Add the garlic and serrano peppers, stirring quickly. Stir in the chicken, bell pepper, onion and oyster sauce mixture; cook until the chicken is no longer pink. Raise heat to high and stir in the chilled rice; stir quickly until the sauce is blended with the rice. Use the back of a spoon to break up any rice sticking together.
- Remove from heat and mix in the basil leaves. Garnish with sliced cucumber and cilantro as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 794.1 calories, Carbohydrate 116.4 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 469.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
THAI SPICY BASIL FRIED RICE
This is a great use of leftover rice. It's important to use Thai sweet basil to get the authentic Thai restaurant taste. And don't skip the fish sauce, it smells strong in the bottle, but it blends in nicely with the other ingredients when it's all put together. Also, make sure you use chilled rice, or you'll end up with mush.
Provided by Bolistoli
Categories Rice
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Whisk together oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Set aside.
- Spray a wok or large frying pan with olive oil spray and heat over medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic and chili (or serrano) peppers and stir fry for 30 seconds.
- Add the red pepper and onion and stir fry until the onion is translucent. If using chicken or beef, add it with the the onion and red pepper. Cook until chicken is done, or beef is about medium.
- Push ingredients in the wok/pan aside and quickly scramble the egg.
- Add the oyster sauce mixture and stir everything together.
- Raise the heat to high and add the chilled rice. Stir until blended with the sauce and other ingredients, breaking up clumps of rice with the back of a spoon.
- Add more soy, oyster, or fish sauce, if necessary (or to taste).
- When everything is blended together and rice is hot, remove from heat and stir in the basil.
- Garnish with cilantro, if desired.
THAI SPICY BASIL CHICKEN FRIED RICE
I had this at a recent potluck and it was wonderful! Make sure you use Thai Basil as it has a very different taste from Italian Basil. This recipe is fast and fairly easy to make, but requires constant stirring."
Provided by trick
Categories Asian
Time 45m
Yield 8 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Whisk together the oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar
- Heat the oil in a wok over medium-high heat until the oil begins to smoke.
- Add the mixture of oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar.
- Stir for a minute or two to heat.
- Add the garlic and Serrano peppers, stirring quickly.
- Stir in the chicken, bell pepper, and onion. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Raise heat to high and stir in the chilled rice; stir quickly until the sauce is blended with the rice. Use the back of a spoon to break up any rice sticking together.
- Remove from heat and mix in the basil leaves.
- Garnish with sliced cucumber and cilantro as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.6, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 48.4, Sodium 1108.5, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 20.2
Tips
- Use day-old rice: This will help prevent the rice from becoming sticky and mushy.
- Chop your vegetables and protein into small pieces: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
- Use a well-seasoned wok or large skillet: This will help prevent the food from sticking.
- Cook the rice over high heat: This will help it stay fluffy and separate.
- Add the sauce and vegetables to the rice gradually: This will help prevent the rice from becoming soggy.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and lime wedges: This will add a pop of flavor and color to the dish.
Conclusion
Thai Spicy Basil Fried Rice is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. It is a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables, and it is also a healthy and satisfying meal. With its bold flavors and vibrant colors, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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