Basil Fried Rice Recipe
Thai style fried rice with your choice of meat, fresh Thai basil, garlic, egg, onions and broccoli. Topped with green onion and cilantro.
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Ingredients
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Fried Rice Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all your ingredients and have them ready to use.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- 3
- 4
Add Protein
Add your choice of chicken, shrimp, or tofu to the skillet. Cook until the protein is fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add Broccoli
Stir in the broccoli florets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they are tender.
- 6
- 7
Mix in Rice and Soy Sauce
Add the cooked jasmine rice to the skillet, along with the soy sauce. Stir everything together and cook for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- 8
Add Thai Basil
Remove the skillet from heat and fold in the fresh Thai basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve
Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.
