Classic Thai Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Classic Thai Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 each garlic cloves crushed; 2 teaspoons red curry paste; 1/2 pound tofu diced; 4 cups rice cooked; 3 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari; 1 each scallions, spring or green onions chopped; 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped; 10 each scallions, spring or green onions; 1 x cucumbers sliced thin

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
2
Add the garlic & stir-fry for 1 minute.
3
Add the curry paste & stir-fry until it releases its aroma.
4
Add the tofu & cook another 3 minutes.
5
Add the rice, mix & fry for 2 minutes.
6
Add the soy sauce, green onion & cilantro & transfer to a serving dish & garnish.
7
Serve with a clear soup & a salad & this makes a good meal in itself.
8
Serve with chilies in vinegar on the side: Chop 1/2 cup fresh green & red chilies & chop them into small pieces.
9
Add to 1 1/2 cup rice vinegar mixed with 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
10
Serve immediately.
11
Refrigerated it will keep a couple of weeks.

928

kcal

Calories

Fat

189

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 each garlic cloves crushed, 2 teaspoons red curry paste, 1/2 pound tofu diced, and more.

Yes, Classic Thai Fried Rice falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Thai Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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