Thai-Style Fried Rice with Leftovers

A classic and comforting Asian dish featuring a rich depth of flavor and diverse textures, centered around high-heat stir-fried rice with aromatic garlic and succulent meat glazed in traditional soy and fish sauces. The harmonious interplay between crisp green vegetables, vibrant lime, and the meat's delicate richness offers a balanced, satiating experience perfect for an elegant lunch or a festive centerpiece inspired by the Far East.

Prep: 10 min
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Medium

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Instructions

Servings:4

1Heat oil and garlic in a wok over medium heat and stir until the garlic starts to turn golden.
2Add the egg whites, fold in slightly, then let them set halfway before mixing to break up the lumps.
3Raise the heat and then add the rice, soy sauce, fish sauce, meat fat, sugar and pepper, and mix to spread the sauce evenly.
4Once mixed, add the meat and continue to stir for about 2 minutes to heat through, sometimes letting the rice sit without stirring to brown and develop flavor.
5When the rice is dry and some of the grains are roasted, turn off the flame and add fresh herbs.
6Place on a plate and garnish with more fresh herbs.
7Serve with cucumber slices and lime quarters if desired.
8Appetite!

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
5-6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 egg whites
1.5 cups cooked rice
1 tablespoon Thai soy sauce
2 teaspoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4½ ounces leftover meat
2 green onions or cilantro
Cucumber slices

Nutrition

Calories: 358
Protein: 8.7g
Carbs: 57.1g
Sugar: 1.5g

Chef tips

Substitute meat with chicken or tofu. Add vegetables like carrots or peas for extra flavor.

Culinary reasoning

A classic and comforting Asian dish featuring a rich depth of flavor and diverse textures, centered around high-heat stir-fried rice with aromatic garlic and succulent meat glazed in traditional soy and fish sauces. The harmonious interplay between crisp green vegetables, vibrant lime, and the meat's delicate richness offers a balanced, satiating experience perfect for an elegant lunch or a festive centerpiece inspired by the Far East.

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Nutrition

Calories: 358
Protein: 8.7g
Carbs: 57.1g
Sugar: 1.5g

Chef tips

Substitute meat with chicken or tofu. Add vegetables like carrots or peas for extra flavor.