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Thai Green Curry Fried Rice

Cultural Context

Thai Green Curry Fried Rice is a delightful fusion of traditional Thai flavors and the beloved comfort of fried rice. Originating from Thailand, this dish showcases the aromatic and spicy profile of green curry, typically made from fresh herbs and green chilies. It's often enjoyed as a quick meal or as a way to use leftover rice, embodying the Thai culinary spirit of balancing flavors and textures. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Thailand, with variations appearing in Thai restaurants worldwide, appealing to those who love a spicy kick in their fried rice.

ThaiTHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup Cooked Jasmin Rice
2 tbsp Sesame oil
2–3 Spring Onions
1/4 cup Frozen Peas
1/4 cup Carrots, chopped
9 oz White Button Mushrooms (250g)
2 tsp Thai Green Curry Paste
1/4 cup Coconut milk
12 oz Extra Firm Tofu
1 tbsp Peanut Butter
2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce
2 tbsp Maple syrup
1/4 tsp Garlic powder
1/4 tsp Paprika powder

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

green curry paste

🥗Healthier: homemade green curry paste

💰Cheaper: red curry paste

Homemade paste can be lower in sodium and preservatives.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a good alternative for flavor.

jasmine rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Preheat the oven and prepare the tofu by pressing it to remove excess moisture.

2

Cut the tofu into cubes and marinate it with peanut butter, dark soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic powder, and paprika powder.

3

Bake the marinated tofu until crispy.

4

In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.

5

Add chopped spring onions and sauté until fragrant.

6

Stir in the Thai green curry paste and cook for a minute.

7

Add the chopped carrots and peas, cooking until tender.

8

Add the sliced white button mushrooms and cook until they are soft.

9

Pour in the coconut milk and mix well.

10

Add the cooked jasmine rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir to combine.

11

Cook for a few minutes until everything is heated through and well mixed.

12

Serve the fried rice topped with crispy baked tofu.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

large skilletbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-free

Allergens

fishsoy

Also Known As

Khao Pad Kaeng Khiao WanGreen Curry Fried Rice

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