Classic Thai Fried Rice with Choice of Protein

Prepare all ingredients: Dice your chosen protein (chicken, shrimp, pork, or tofu), mince garlic, thinly slice yellow onion, and chop green onions, separating the white and green parts.

Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat until smoking. Add vegetable oil. Add the protein and stir-fry until cooked through. Remove the cooked protein and set aside.

Add minced garlic and sliced yellow onion (white parts of green onion if using) to the hot wok; stir-fry until fragrant, about 1 minute. Push ingredients to one side, then crack the egg into the empty space. Scramble until just set, then combine with the aromatics.

Add the day-old jasmine rice to the wok, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Pour in the soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and a pinch of ground white pepper.

Stir-fry vigorously for 3-5 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are well combined and the rice is heated through and slightly toasted. The goal is separate, flavorful grains.

Return the cooked protein to the wok, add most of the chopped green onions (green parts). Toss briefly to combine everything. Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining green onions, fresh lime wedges, and crisp cucumber slices.