Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 people
Level
easy
Rating
This creative twist takes the vibrant flavors of traditional Thai Green Curry—lemongrass, green chilies, and galangal—and infuses them into a smoky, aromatic fried rice. It is the perfect way to use up leftover jasmine rice while enjoying the complex taste of curry without the soup base.
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, fish sauce, and sugar until combined. Set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the green curry paste to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant and darker in color.
Add the chicken pieces to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the chicken is browned and nearly cooked through.
Toss in the green beans and red bell pepper, stir-frying for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the chilled jasmine rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with your spatula.
Pour the coconut milk mixture over the rice and stir-fry everything together rapidly for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the rice is evenly coated and heated through.
Turn off the heat and immediately fold in the fresh Thai basil leaves, letting them wilt slightly from the residual heat.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil or a lime wedge if desired.

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