Thai Basil Egg Fried Rice

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked jasmine rice (cold, day-old preferred)
• 1/2 cup Thai basil (or regular basil)
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 Eggs
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Fish sauce (optional but recommended)(optional)
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• 1/2 tsp Chili flakes or chili sauce
• 1 tbsp Neutral oil (for frying)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Mince the garlic. Roughly chop the basil. Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk lightly.

2. 2

   Cook (20 minutes): Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the oil. Add garlic and stir-fry for about 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3

   Cook the eggs: Push garlic to one side, pour in eggs, and scramble until just set, then mix through with the garlic.

4. 4

   Fry the rice: Add the cold cooked rice and stir-fry 8–10 minutes, breaking up clumps, until hot and slightly toasted.

5. 5

   Season and finish: Stir in soy sauce (and fish sauce if using), chili, and lime juice. Turn off heat and fold in basil just until wilted (about 30–60 seconds). Serve immediately.