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Thai Style Crab Fried Rice

Heavenly Thai Style Crab Fried Rice in Just 15 Minutes

This Quick & Luxurious Crab Fried Rice celebrates Thai flavors and is ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Rice
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil or any neutral oil
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 4 cups Day-old Long Grain Rice or freshly cooked
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce or soy sauce as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar optional
  • to taste White Pepper can substitute with black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter or more oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Lump Crab Meat or canned tuna/shrimp
  • 1 cup Carrots diced
  • 1/2 cup White Onion chopped
  • 2 stalks Green Onions for garnish
Optional Garnishes
  • to taste Side Sauce (Prik Nam Pla) optional
  • to taste Garnish (Cucumber, Lime, Cilantro) optional

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Side Sauce by combining the ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until golden brown.
  4. Pour in the beaten eggs, cook without stirring for a few seconds, then scramble gently with garlic for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add 4 cups of day-old rice, breaking up clumps and mixing with the eggs and garlic. Toast for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Incorporate 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and white pepper.
  7. Stir in 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and mix for another 2 minutes.
  8. Fold in 1 cup of crab meat, 1 cup of diced carrots, ½ cup of chopped onion, and 2 stalks of green onions, stirring for 1 minute.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
  10. Serve in a bowl and garnish with cilantro, cucumber, and lime.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using day-old rice ensures the right texture. Adjust garlic based on taste preference for a more delicate flavor.

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