Khao Pad (Thai Fried Rice)

Method

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1. 1Get everything ready before you start, as the cooking moves fast. Break up the rice with your hands so there are no clumps, and mix the fish sauce, soy sauce and sugar in a small bowl.
2. 2Heat a wok or large frying pan over high heat until smoking, then add 2 tbsp oil. Stir-fry the chicken for 3-4 minutes until white and lightly browned at the edges.
3. 3Add the garlic and onion and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, without letting the garlic burn.
4. 4Push everything to one side, add the remaining oil to the empty space and crack in the eggs. Let them set for 20-30 seconds, then scramble into large pieces.
5. 5Add the rice and drizzle the sauce around the edges of the pan. Stir-fry over high heat for 2-3 minutes, pressing and tossing, until every grain is coated and hot.
6. 6Add the tomato and pepper and toss for 1 more minute; the tomato should warm through but not fall apart. Remove from the heat and stir in the spring onions.
7. 7Serve with lime wedges, cucumber and cilantro on the side. Squeeze the lime over the rice before eating.