Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/16 checked
4
servings
1 tbsp

Light Brown Sugar

2 tbsp

Soy Sauce

1 tbsp

Fresh Lime Juice

1 tsp

Thai Red Curry Paste

Divided

0.25 tsp

Salt

Divided

2 unit

Eggs

1 bunch

Green Onions

2 tbsp

Canola Oil

Divided

1 tsp

Canola Oil

Divided

2.5 cup

Cooked Sticky Purple Rice

Cooled

0.25 cup

Shallots

Thin-Sliced

1 pound

Cooked Shrimp

Peeled, De-veined, Tail-Off

2 cup

Broccoli Florets

1 cup

Red Bell Pepper

Julienne-Cut

1.5 tsp

Garlic

Minced

1 unit

Lime Wedges

For Serving

Step 1
~1 min

Whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon red curry paste, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.

Step 2
~1 min

In another bowl, whisk eggs and the remaining red curry paste.

Step 3
~1 min

Chop green onion greens diagonally and the white parts into 1-inch pieces, keeping them separate.

Step 4
~1 min

Heat a wok or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~1 min

Add 2 teaspoons of canola oil to the pan, swirling to coat.

Step 6
~1 min

Stir cooked rice for 1 1/2 minutes, then transfer to a large bowl.

Step 7
~1 min

Add another 2 teaspoons oil to the pan.

Step 8
~1 min

Cook shallots for 30 seconds until soft, stirring constantly.

Step 9
~1 min

Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes, until heated through.

Step 10
~1 min

Add the brown sugar-soy sauce mixture to the pan.

Step 11
~1 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

Step 12
~1 min

Simmer for 2 minutes until the liquid thickens slightly.

Step 13
~1 min

Add the contents of the pan to the rice in the large bowl.

Step 14
~1 min

Return the pan to medium-high heat.

Step 15
~1 min

Add another 2 teaspoons oil, then add broccoli and red bell pepper.

Step 16
~1 min

Stir for 3 minutes until just tender.

Step 17
~1 min

Add the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt, white parts of green onions, and minced garlic.

Step 18
~1 min

Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 19
~1 min

Return the shrimp and rice mixture to the pan and stir until combined and heated through.

Step 20
~1 min

Transfer all contents back into the large bowl.

Step 21
~1 min

Return the pan to medium-high heat.

Step 22
~1 min

Add the remaining teaspoon of oil, swirling to coat.

Step 23
~1 min

Add the egg mixture and cook for 1 minute until just set.

Step 24
~1 min

Transfer the egg to a cutting board and roughly chop.

Step 25
~1 min

Stir it into the shrimp-rice mixture along with half of the remaining chopped green onions.

Step 26
~1 min

Serve with more green onions on top and lime wedges on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use day-old cooked rice for best results.

Adjust the amount of red curry paste to your spice preference.

Garnish with chopped peanuts for added crunch and flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cook rice ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Pairs well with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Thai Iced Tea

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

Popular street food dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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