Khao Pad Khao Khao Jay Pak

Khao Pad Khao Khao Jay Pak is a vibrant vegetarian Thai fried rice dish, featuring a delightful mix of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. This quick and flavorful recipe is perfect for a wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Cooked jasmine rice - 300 grams
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Green beans - 100 grams, chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Corn kernels - 100 grams
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Vegetarian oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges for serving

Steps

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add diced carrots and chopped green beans, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Stir in the diced red bell pepper and corn kernels, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Add the cooked jasmine rice, breaking up any clumps, and mix well with the vegetables.
6. Pour in the soy sauce and vegetarian oyster sauce, and sprinkle with black pepper, stirring to combine all the ingredients evenly.
7. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the rice to heat through and take on the flavors.
8. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and sliced green onions.
9. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• Provides a good source of fiber, aiding digestion.

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