Khao Niew Pad Khao

Khao Niew Pad Khao is a delicious vegetarian Thai rice dish that brings together sticky rice and an array of vibrant vegetables, stir-fried with aromatic herbs and spices. This comforting meal is perfect for any time of the day, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• Sticky rice - 150 grams
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper - 1 medium (red or yellow), sliced
• Zucchini - 1 small, julienned
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce (vegetarian) - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 leaves, torn
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges for serving

Steps

1. Rinse the sticky rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked rice and steam it in a bamboo steamer or rice cooker for about 20 minutes or until fully cooked and sticky.
3. While the rice is steaming, heat vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium heat.
4. Add minced garlic and sliced shallots to the pan, stirring for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the julienned carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini to the pan, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
6. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Pour this sauce over the stir-fried vegetables and mix well.
7. Add the cooked sticky rice to the wok, gently folding it into the vegetable mixture until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
8. Add torn basil leaves and mix gently. Remove from heat.
9. Serve the Khao Niew Pad Khao hot with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, supporting digestive health.
• Provides essential vitamins and minerals from a variety of colorful veggies.

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