Tamarind Sauce Fried Rice Recipe
House-made tamarind sauce fried rice with chicken, tofu, egg, green onions and bean sprouts. Garnished with ground peanuts and fresh lime wedges.
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Ingredients
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Rice and Protein
Vegetables and Garnish
Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tamarind Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together tamarind paste, soy sauce, sugar, and water until well combined. Set aside.
- 2
Cook the Proteins
In a large skillet or wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Add the diced tofu and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through. Push the proteins to one side of the skillet.
- 3
Cooking
- 4
Fry the Rice
Add the cooked rice to the skillet and pour the prepared tamarind sauce over the top. Stir everything together, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the sauce. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is heated through and slightly crispy.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped green onions and bean sprouts to the rice mixture. Stir well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Serving
- 6
Plate the Fried Rice
Serve the tamarind sauce fried rice hot, garnished with ground peanuts and lime wedges on the side.
