LOW CARB Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice

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Servings

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Calories

370

Love spicy, fragrant Thai takeout? This LOW CARB Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice is golden, aromatic, and bursting with basil and chili — all for just ~6.5g net carbs per serve using Qetoe Rice!

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Ingredients

2 packs Qetoe Rice
250g ground chicken (or finely chopped chicken thigh)
1/2 cup red capsicum, diced
1–2 fresh red chilies, thinly sliced (adjust to heat preference)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 egg, lightly beaten (optional)
1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tbsp fish sauce (or extra soy sauce if you prefer)
1 tsp sesame oil
1 big handful fresh Thai basil leaves, roughly torn
Salt & pepper to taste
Lime wedges (optional)

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Directions

Prep the rice: Add Qetoe Rice to a bowl, cover with just-boiled water, and let it sit for 5–6 minutes. Drain thoroughly and let it steam off excess moisture for 1–2 minutes.
Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pan or wok. Add garlic and red chili, sauté until fragrant (about 30 secs). Add ground chicken and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through (about 5–7 mins).
Cook the egg (optional): Push chicken to one side, add beaten egg, and scramble until just set.
Add rice: Add drained Qetoe Rice to the pan. Spread it out and let it sit undisturbed for 1–2 mins to develop golden edges. Toss and repeat until lightly browned.
Season: Add soy sauce, fish sauce, and sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly.
Finish with basil: Turn off the heat and toss in Thai basil leaves to let them wilt gently.
Serve: Season with extra pepper or more chili if you like. Serve hot with lime wedges.