Khao Pad Khao Nam Prik

Khao Pad Khao Nam Prik is a fragrant Thai rice dish that combines aromatic jasmine rice with a vibrant nam prik sauce, offering a delightful balance of flavors. This dairy-free dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, bursting with fresh herbs and spices.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 150 grams
• Water - 300 ml
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Green beans - 100 grams, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Thai basil leaves - 30 grams
• Nam prik pao (Thai chili jam) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a medium pot, bring 300 ml of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice and a pinch of salt, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
3. While the rice is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
4. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots to the skillet, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the diced red bell pepper, chopped green beans, and diced carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
6. Stir in the nam prik pao and soy sauce, mixing well to combine with the vegetables.
7. Add the cooked jasmine rice to the skillet, using a spatula to fold it into the vegetables and sauce until evenly distributed.
8. Drizzle lime juice over the rice, add the Thai basil leaves, and stir gently to mix. Season with salt to taste.
9. Serve hot, garnished with extra basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables and herbs.
• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.

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