Today I will show you how to make Gapao Rice , a delicious Thai dish that the whole family can enjoy.
You can easily recreate the authentic taste even on a busy day, so everyone from small children to adults will definitely love it! Now, let's enjoy the taste of Thailand together at home.
What is gapao rice?
Gapao rice is one of the most popular Thai dishes. The main ingredients are ground chicken and pork, and holy basil (gapao), which is the origin of the name.
Stir-fry these, serve over rice, and top with a fried egg to create a fragrant, spicy, yet well-balanced dish.
It has a simple yet deep flavor, and once you try it, you will never forget it.
Can children eat gapao rice?
When you hear the words "spicy Thai food," you might think it's a little too spicy for children. You may be worried. However, the spiciness of gapao rice can be adjusted.
By reducing the spicy ingredients and adding sweetness to suit children's tastes, you can make it so that even children can enjoy it. When making it from scratch, adjust the spiciness.
Now, I will show you how to make authentic gapao rice! It's very easy♪
Gapao rice ingredients (for 2 people)
- 150g minced pork (minced chicken also works)
- 1 clove of garlic
- 1 red chili pepper
- large bunch of holy basil
- 1/2 onion
- 2 tablespoons salad oil
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Meal for 2 people
How to make gapao rice
- Add salt and pepper to the meat and mix
- Finely chop the garlic, onion, and red chili pepper
- Cut off the stems from the holy basil and wash it thoroughly.
- Heat oil in a frying pan and add garlic and red chili pepper.
- Add the meat and fry until it changes color
- Add onions and stir-fry, then add oyster sauce , fish sauce , and sugar.
- Finally, add the holy basil and stir-fry until fragrant, then remove from the heat.
- Serve the rice and put the toppings on top.
- Finish with a fried egg if you like.
Asia Taiyo Market stocks holy basil , which is hard to find in Japanese supermarkets, as well as oyster sauce and fish sauce that are actually used in Thai cuisine.
This recipe is easy for anyone to make, so why not try it this weekend? If you want to enjoy the authentic taste, try making your own.
However, for those who are busy and want to make gapao rice more easily, or for those who are making gapao rice for the first time, we also recommend using gapao rice base .
By using this, you can save yourself the trouble of preparing seasonings from scratch and enjoy authentic flavors in a short amount of time. Another great thing is that there is a wide variety of flavors, so you can choose one that suits your family's tastes.
Of course, the taste of gapao rice made with gapao rice base is also authentic!
Please enjoy authentic gapao rice at home.
