Kao Pad Krapao (Thai Chicken Fried Rice with Basil)

Another delicious way to enjoy fried rice, fragrant with the heady aroma of basil!

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp of vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic , minced
• 1 tbsp of chopped fresh Thai red chili pepper
• 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into bite-size pieces
• 2 cups cold cooked rice
• 1 tbsp of sugar
• 1 tbsp of fish sauce
• 1 Tbsp of soy sauce
• 2 tbsp of chopped shallots
• 1⁄3 cup Thai holy basil
• 1 tbsp of chopped fresh cilantro

Directions:

In a wok or large skillet, stir-fry garlic in oil until golden; then add chilies and chicken and stir-fry until chicken is cooked

Add rice, sugar, fish sauce, and soy sauce, and stir-fry, mixing gently

When well mixed, add shallots, basil leaves and cilantro; cook another minute or so, and serve

Serve with lime wedges, chili sauce, fish sauce, or soy sauce