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Thai Style Crab Fried Rice

Thai Style Crab Fried Rice: Fresh, Quick & Irresistible Delight

This Thai Style Crab Fried Rice is a quick and flavorful seafood dish that brings a taste of Thailand to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can be swapped with canola or peanut oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
  • 2 Eggs Beaten
  • 4 cups Day-Old Long Grain Rice Essential for fluffy texture
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Gluten-free versions available
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can be swapped with sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper Black pepper can be a substitute
For Richness
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Can substitute oil for lighter version
  • 8 ounces Lump Crab Meat (canned) Choose high-quality crab for best taste
For Texture
  • 0.5 cup Carrots Diced; frozen carrots are suitable
  • 0.5 cup White Onion Diced; shallots add a sweeter note
  • 2 Green Onions Chopped; can be replaced with chives
Optional Enhancements
  • Side Sauce (Prik Nam Pla) Customize with fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, chili, and sugar
  • Garnish Persian cucumber and lime wedge

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • small bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Side Sauce: Whisk together the ingredients for the side sauce and set aside.
  2. Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat vegetable oil until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Cook the Eggs: Pour in beaten eggs, and scramble gently for about 1 minute.
  5. Add the Rice: Mix in day-old long grain rice and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season the Rice: Add light soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Stir continuously for 2 minutes.
  7. Toast with Butter: Stir in unsalted butter and let it melt for 2 minutes.
  8. Fold in the Crab and Veggies: Add lump crab meat, carrots, onion, and green onions. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Final Adjustments and Serve: Adjust seasoning and serve hot with the side sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture. High-quality crab meat significantly enhances flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste.

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