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Thai Basil Fried Rice with Spicy Shrimp Paste

Recipe by THE YELLOW RICE

A fragrant fried rice with Thai basil, spiced up with homemade spicy shrimp paste, served with beef or chicken. Simple, quick and full of Southeast Asian flavors.

EasyThaiServes 2

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Source Video
2m
Prep
16m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
28m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$5.07
Per serving:$2.53

Critical Success Points

  • Add the spicy shrimp paste without burning it.
  • Cook the meat for the correct time to avoid it becoming tough.
  • Adjust seasoning after cooking, especially the salt from the fish sauce.

Safety Warnings

  • Watch out for hot oil: pour the oil away from the pan edge.
  • The shrimp paste contains shellfish: check for allergies.
  • Use a sharp knife to avoid slipping.

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