How to Make Fried Rice with Lychees (Koa Pad Lin Gee) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a unique and delicious twist on classic fried rice? Then you need to try Fried Rice with Lychees, also known as Koa Pad Lin Gee in Thai cuisine. This flavorful dish combines the savory goodness of fried rice with the sweet and juicy taste of lychees, creating a truly unforgettable culinary experience.

Lychees are small, tropical fruits with a delicate, floral aroma and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor. When added to fried rice, they bring a burst of freshness and a delightfu...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
  • ½ cup water
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped carrot
  • 1 tablespoon chopped onion
  • 3 tablespoons soy-based liquid seasoning (such as Maggi®)
  • ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cashews
  • 1 teaspoon raisins
  • ¼ teaspoon white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 5 canned lychees, drained and quartered

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Once cooked, spread the rice into a shallow dish, and refrigerate until cold, or use 1 1/2 cups leftover cooked rice.
  • Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic and cook a few seconds until fragrant, then stir in the carrots and onion, and continue cooking until the onion begins to soften. Add the cold rice, and cook and stir until hot. Pour in the soy sauce, soy seasoning, green onions, cashews, raisins, salt, and white pepper. Cook and stir until hot, then stir in the quartered lychees to serve.
  • Nutrition

    302 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 550mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 90mg