Name: Thai Fried Rice
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, sliced crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 large tomato, cubed; 0.5 cup chopped fresh pineapple; 5 cups cooked jasmine rice, cooled; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce; 1 tablespoon white sugar; 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; 3 eggs, beaten; 0.5 cucumber, sliced; 2 green onions, chopped; 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 lime, cut into wedges; 4 green Thai chile peppers

Embark on a culinary adventure with this vibrant and flavorful Thai Fried Rice, a delightful dish known as 'American Fried Rice' in Thailand. Featuring a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors, this recipe is a quick and easy way to create a satisfying meal that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Bangkok.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and cook bacon until browned and crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain, reserving bacon grease in a bowl. Spoon 2 tablespoons grease back into the skillet.

02

Step

Increase heat to medium-high and cook garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in tomato and pineapple and stir-fry until warmed through, about 2 minutes.

03

Step

Increase heat to high and add 1 tablespoon bacon grease. Add rice and stir-fry, breaking up with a spatula so it gets coated well with bacon grease. Cook for about 3 minutes. Season with ketchup, soy sauce, sugar, and white pepper.

04

Step

Move rice mixture to one side of the skillet or wok and pour beaten eggs onto the empty side. Stir-fry until eggs are almost set, 2 to 3 minutes. Mix eggs with rice mixture. Fold in bacon bits. Serve with cucumber, green onions, cilantro, lemon wedges, and chile peppers.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of fish sauce along with the soy sauce.
Leftover cooked chicken or shrimp would also make a great addition to this dish.
Adjust the amount of sugar and chile peppers to your preference.
Make sure your rice is completely cooled to prevent it from becoming mushy when stir-frying.

Gloria Trantow

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (4)

Guiseppe Schaden
Jun 23, 2025
The ketchup sounds weird but it totally works! This is a great weeknight meal.
Bridgette Schuster
Jun 12, 2025
This recipe is fantastic! It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. My family loves it!
Deborah Prohaska
May 13, 2025
I added some shrimp to the recipe and it was delicious. Thanks for sharing!
Clark Senger
May 10, 2025
I've made this Thai Fried Rice several times now and it always comes out perfect. The bacon adds a wonderful smoky flavor.

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