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| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
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| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 357 | 10g | 2g | 60g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 6g | 3g | 10g | 1.1g |
Why I Love Thai Pumpkin Fried Rice
I’ve always been fascinated with the melding of unique flavors and unexpected ingredients to create harmonic dishes. I was delightfully surprised when I created this Thai Pumpkin Fried Rice. This recipe illustrates how a variety of seemingly simple ingredients can be woven together on a single plate for an epicurean masterpiece.
A Culinary Exploration
Although my traditional culinary expertise is rooted in the oceanside wharves of New England, I’ve sought to foster a broader palette. The essence of Thai cuisine has sparked my curiosity. Yes, it is worlds apart from my usual seafood-centric fare, but I find its bold flavors, aromatic satisfaction, and vibrant allure hard to resist. I appreciate its ability to take staple ingredients and turn them into the sublime. Buying into this, I brought Thai cuisine into my kitchen, and the Thai Pumpkin Fried Rice was born.
Subtle Inspirations
I remember, few years back, I came across a Chef NumP, who generously shared a wealth of Thai food recipes online. His charming nature and passion for Thai food cuisine really inspired me to experiment with Thai flavors.
Our Thai Pumpkin Fried rice is reminiscent of classic Thai Pineapple Fried Rice, just a little heartier with a distinct fall feel. The lightly toasted peanuts in the recipe are a nod to Gordon Ramsay’s Thai stir-fry, a dish that always delights my girls, Erin and Samantha.
An Unexpected Pairing
The beauty of Thai Pumpkin Fried Rice lies in its delightful mix of ingredients. The sweet and earthy cubes of pumpkin provide a delightful twist to the usual fried rice we’re accustomed to. The spirit of autumn fills each spoonful, with the toasted peanuts offering a delightful crunch. And when served with a light cucumber salad, or perhaps a Thai Green Curry Chicken, it’s an enticing entree that would satisfy even the most discerning guest.
Destined to be a family-favorite, Thai Pumpkin Fried Rice expertly bridges the gap between comfort food and gourmet cuisine. It echoes both the familiar and the exotic in one delightful dish.
What You’ll Need
- 3 cups of cooked jasmine rice
- 2 cups of cubed pumpkin
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 medium-sized onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup sweet corn
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/3 cup of low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Handful of fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup of chopped roasted peanuts
Method
Step One
Prepare your ingredients. Cook the jasmine rice according to the package instructions and set aside. Cube the pumpkin, mince the garlic, chop the onion, dice the bell pepper, slice the green onions and chop the roasted peanuts. Keep all the ingredients within easy reach as you’ll need them quickly during cooking.
Step Two
Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the garlic and onion. Fry until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is golden and fragrant, stirring frequently.
Step Three
Add the cubed pumpkin and bell pepper to the wok or skillet. Cook until the pumpkin begins to soften and the bell pepper is crisp-tender, being sure to stir often to prevent burning.
Step Four
Add the sweet corn to the skillet, and continue to cook until it is heated through. Keep stirring to ensure even cooking. Make a well in the center of the vegetable mixture and pour in the beaten eggs. Let the eggs cook until set, and then stir them into the vegetables.
Step Five
Once the eggs are thoroughly cooked, add in the cooked jasmine rice, green onions, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and ground black pepper. Mix everything together until all the ingredients are well combined and heated through.
Step Six
Turn off the heat, then stir in the fresh basil leaves. Sprinkle the top of the fried rice with the chopped roasted peanuts just before serving.
Now, your Pumpkin Fried Rice is ready to be enjoyed!
