Thai Style Basil Rice

Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with our Thai Style Basil Rice recipe! This quick and easy dish combines aromatic jasmine rice with the fiery kick of bird’s eye chilies, the savory depth of soy and oyster sauces, and the signature freshness of Thai basil. Stir-fried in a hot wok with garlic, shallots, and a perfectly balanced sauce, each grain of rice is infused with irresistible flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe makes for a perfect weeknight dinner or side dish to complement your favorite Thai-inspired mains. Garnish with scallions and a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of freshness. Whether you're a fan of spice or simply love fragrant, herbaceous dishes, this Thai basil rice is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Jasmine rice
• 2 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 pieces Bird’s eye chilies, finely chopped
• 2 pieces Shallots, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon Fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dark soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 cup Fresh Thai basil leaves
• 2 stalks Scallions, chopped
• 4 pieces Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and 2 cups of water in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large wok or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic, bird’s eye chilies, and shallots. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and set aside.

Step 4

Add the cooked jasmine rice to the wok and stir-fry, breaking up any clumps, for 2-3 minutes to ensure the rice is evenly coated in the oil.

Step 5

Pour the sauce mixture over the rice and stir-fry until the sauce is evenly distributed, about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the fresh Thai basil leaves and chopped scallions. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the basil is wilted and fragrant.

Step 7

Remove the wok from the heat. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Serve the Thai Style Basil Rice immediately with lime wedges on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1460.5 grams (1460.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	952

Total Fat 27.40g	35%
Saturated Fat 4.00g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3247mg	141%
Total Carbohydrate 163.60g	59%
Dietary Fiber 22.40g	80%
Total Sugars 11.60g
Protein 28.50g	57%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 698mg	54%
Iron 27mg	147%
Potassium 1927mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.3%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 64.5%