Khao Pad Khao Khao Pak

Khao Pad Khao Khao Pak is a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian Thai rice dish that combines fragrant jasmine rice with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. It's a comforting meal that brings the essence of Thai cuisine to your table in a healthy and satisfying way.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 150 grams
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1, diced (any color)
• Green beans - 100 grams, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• Corn kernels - 100 grams (fresh or frozen)
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce (vegetarian) - 1 tablespoon
• Chili paste (Nam Prik Pao) - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh basil leaves - 1/2 cup, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges for serving
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for about 20 minutes.
2. Drain the rice and cook it in a pot with 250 ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
3. In a large wok or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot, bell pepper, green beans, and corn to the pan. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. Add the cooked rice to the vegetable mixture. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chili paste. Mix well to combine and heat through, about 3-4 minutes.
6. Stir in the chopped basil, season with salt and pepper to taste, and remove from heat.
7. Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges for squeezing over the dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 72 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from colorful vegetables that may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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