Thai Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe [Vegetarian] | Masala Herb (2024)

FAQs

Why does Thai fried rice taste so good? ›

Thai Fried Rice gets its unique flavor from the fish sauce, soy sauce, and chili peppers, and the jasmine rice is a must. They also added tomatoes to their rice which gives it a subtle hint of sweetness.

Thai fried rice is made with Thai jasmine rice, while Chinese fried rice is made with regular long grain white rice, or a blend of white rice. The other difference is that Thai fried rice is often seasoned with fish sauce, oyster sauce, and/or soy sauce. Chinese fried rice are not seasoned with fish sauce.

As mentioned, Jasmine rice is the most widely used type of Thai rice and can be used to prepare and accompany a range of recipes including classic Thai curries, fried or grilled meat and seafood, rich saucy dishes and even for fried rice (although best cooked a day ahead for fried rice to harden the texture).

The mirin will not only deglaze the pan, picking up the savory bits left by the chicken, but it will also impart a gentle, sweet undertone to the pan-fried vegetables. Of course, you can always add mirin directly to the rice as you're frying the rice. This would be akin to adding salt, soy sauce, or MSG.

To give your dish that signature fried rice taste, you'll need to drizzle in sesame oil and soy sauce, but feel free to use as much or as little as you wish. You can even mix in things like garlic powder, ginger root, or Sriracha sauce and chili pepper for a bit of a kick.

Soy sauce: I created this recipe using low-sodium soy sauce. So add less if you're using traditional soy sauce. Oyster sauce: This is a major flavor booster in fried rice and (don't worry) doesn't taste like oysters. You can find it in the Asian section of grocery stores, or order it on Amazon.

Thai food is often healthier than Chinese food. Thai food puts a focus on balance and variety. They are often light and the aromas are just as important as the taste of the food. Thai food uses less heavy sauces and oils than Chinese food uses that are healthier for you, if any oil at all.

Healthy Thai dishes

Many Thai dishes are served with rice. Fried rice and pad Thai, in particular, often contain large amounts of refined carbs from white rice or noodles. To boost the nutrition of these dishes, opt for brown rice, which has more fiber and nutrients than white rice, if it's an option.

This dish differs from Chinese fried rice in that it is prepared with Thai jasmine rice instead of regular long-grain rice. It normally contains meat (chicken, shrimp, and crab are all common), egg, onions, garlic and sometimes tomatoes.

To sum it up briefly, seasoning sauce is actually quite similar to soy sauce. Compared to soy sauce though, Thai seasoning sauce has a much more intense taste and is quite a bit saltier. In Thailand, we use this sauce all the time!!

What kind of rice makes the best fried rice? ›

The fine, long grains of jasmine rice with its delicate flavour are perfect for fried rice. Precook the rice at least 30 minutes, but preferably one day, before making fried rice and keep it uncovered in the fridge.

Basmati is a go-to for making a pilaf, biryani, plov, or the classic Persian dish called chelow. This variety also commonly serves as a base for curry. Jasmine rice is what shoppers usually look for when picking up ingredients for fried rice, com do (Vietnamese red rice) and hung kao mun gati (Thai coconut rice).

Thai people have long cherished the unique flavors and aromas of jasmine rice. They use it to make many popular dishes, including green curry chicken, red curry shrimp, pad thai noodles, and tom yum soup.

Basmati vs Jasmine Rice

Both jasmine and basmati rice have a more pronounced aroma and taste than standard white rice. Choose jasmine rice when you want a fluffy, creamy dish. Try basmati in a pilaf, salad, or grain bowl where you want the texture of the individual rice grains to shine through.

Fried rice is a traditional Chinese preparation of cooked rice, vegetables, protein, soy sauce, and aromatics. The ingredients are stir-fried in a large pan or wok for even flavor distribution.

The main difference between the 2 types of fried rice is how they are seasoned. Vietnamese fried rice uses fish oil or fish sauce as the main seasoning, while Chinese fried rice typically uses soy sauce. The flavors are also milder for Vietnamese fried rice due to the seasonings.

Traditional Thai pineapple fried rice uses turmeric to add a beautiful yellow color to the dish. I used curry powder to replace the turmeric. Not only does it add a beautiful color to the rice, but it also adds so much flavor to the dish without effort.