Thai Fried Rice with Prawns & Peas Recipe
Authentic Thai Seafood recipe — Thai fried rice with prawns & peas. Imported from TheMealDB.
4
servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 200 grams prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 lime cut into wedges (for serving)
- fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
7 steps
Prepare Ingredients
Gather all ingredients and have them ready for cooking.
Using day-old rice helps prevent clumping.Heat Oil
In a large wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
Ensure the oil is hot enough to sizzle when adding ingredients.Cook Garlic and Prawns
Add the minced garlic and prawns, sauté until prawns are pink.
Avoid overcooking the prawns to maintain tenderness.Add Eggs
Push the prawns to one side and pour in the beaten eggs, scrambling them.
Mix the eggs well for even cooking.Combine Rice and Peas
Add the cooked rice and peas, stir-frying until heated through.
Break up any clumps of rice while mixing.Season the Rice
Stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar, mixing evenly.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and cilantro, serve with lime wedges.
Serve immediately for best flavor.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 1 day in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 1 month — thaw overnight in fridge
Gently reheat in a pan over low heat. Avoid microwaving seafood as it can become rubbery.
What to Serve With
Complete your thai meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Thai Fried Rice with Prawns & Peas Recipe is a beloved dish from Thai cuisine.
Thai cuisine is famous for its bold flavors and the delicate balance of four fundamental tastes: sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Fresh herbs and aromatic ingredients are used extensively.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, just make sure to thaw them before cooking.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
