Jul 14 2026
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Basil Fried Rice (kow Pad Ka Pow) (gf) (v) Recipe

Inspired by Bangkok Taste Cuisine
Time30m
Serves4

Fried rice with egg, Thai basil leaves, peas, carrots & onions.

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Ingredients

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Grains

Vegetables

Protein

Condiments

Oils

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Rice

    Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions and let it cool. It's best to use day-old rice for fried rice.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    While the rice is cooking, chop the carrots, onion, and garlic. Set aside. Measure out the green peas and Thai basil leaves.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Scramble the Eggs

    In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet and scramble until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  2. 4

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add the remaining vegetable oil. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and translucent. Add the diced carrots and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.

  3. 5

    Add Peas and Rice

    Stir in the green peas and cooled jasmine rice. Break up any clumps of rice with a spatula. Mix well to combine.

  4. 6

    Season the Rice

    Add the soy sauce and oyster sauce to the rice mixture. Stir well to ensure that the rice is evenly coated with the sauces. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 7

    Finish with Basil and Eggs

    Add the Thai basil leaves and scrambled eggs back into the skillet. Stir everything together for about 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and the basil is wilted.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve

    Remove from heat and serve the basil fried rice warm. You can garnish with additional basil leaves if desired.

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