🍚🍤 Discover the Bold Flavors of Kao Khluk Kapi! 🍤🍚

[Kath_]

Hey, foodies! Today, let's explore the vibrant and unique flavors of Thai cuisine with Kao Khluk Kapi, a delicious and aromatic dish that combines shrimp paste fried rice with an assortment of flavorful condiments. This dish is a culinary adventure that brings together savory, spicy, and umami notes in every bite. Let's dive into this delightful recipe together!

Ingredients:​

For the Shrimp Paste Fried Rice:​

• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, cooled
• 2-3 tablespoons shrimp paste (kapi)
• 1-2 tablespoons palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1-2 Thai bird's eye chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 100g small shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 eggs, beaten

For Garnish and Condiments:​

• Sliced cucumber
• Sliced raw green beans
• Sliced raw Thai eggplant (optional)
• Sliced raw mango (optional)
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Fresh mint leaves
• Roasted peanuts, crushed
• Lime wedges

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Shrimp Paste Fried Rice:
   • In a bowl, mix shrimp paste with palm sugar until well combined.
   • Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped shallot, and chopped Thai bird's eye chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
2. Cook the Shrimp and Eggs:
   • Add small shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through.
   • Push the shrimp to the side of the pan and pour beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble until cooked.
3. Stir-Fry with Rice:
   • Add cooked jasmine rice to the pan. Break up any clumps and stir-fry until the rice is well coated with the shrimp paste mixture and heated through.
4. Assemble and Serve:
   • Transfer the shrimp paste fried rice to serving plates.
   • Arrange sliced cucumber, green beans, Thai eggplant (if using), and mango (if using) on the side.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, mint leaves, and crushed roasted peanuts.
   • Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the rice.

Serving Suggestion:​

• Enjoy Kao Khluk Kapi as a flavorful and satisfying meal. The combination of shrimp paste fried rice with fresh vegetables and herbs creates a harmonious balance of textures and flavors that will transport you to the bustling streets of Thailand!

Embark on a culinary journey with Kao Khluk Kapi and savor the bold flavors of Thai cuisine. Share your love for Thai food with us in the comments below!

 

[palateprince]

I've tried eating the food and here's my experience: It was my first time trying Kao Khluk Kapi, and wow, the blend of shrimp paste with jasmine rice was unexpectedly delicious. The crunch from the roasted peanuts and freshness of the herbs totally elevated the dish!

 

[Horton]

Hey, foodies! Today, let's explore the vibrant and unique flavors of Thai cuisine with Kao Khluk Kapi, a delicious and aromatic dish that combines shrimp paste fried rice with an assortment of flavorful condiments. This dish is a culinary adventure that brings together savory, spicy, and umami notes in every bite. Let's dive into this delightful recipe together!

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Ingredients:​

For the Shrimp Paste Fried Rice:​

• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, cooled
• 2-3 tablespoons shrimp paste (kapi)
• 1-2 tablespoons palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1-2 Thai bird's eye chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 100g small shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 eggs, beaten

For Garnish and Condiments:​

• Sliced cucumber
• Sliced raw green beans
• Sliced raw Thai eggplant (optional)
• Sliced raw mango (optional)
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Fresh mint leaves
• Roasted peanuts, crushed
• Lime wedges

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Shrimp Paste Fried Rice:
   • In a bowl, mix shrimp paste with palm sugar until well combined.
   • Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped shallot, and chopped Thai bird's eye chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
2. Cook the Shrimp and Eggs:
   • Add small shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through.
   • Push the shrimp to the side of the pan and pour beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble until cooked.
3. Stir-Fry with Rice:
   • Add cooked jasmine rice to the pan. Break up any clumps and stir-fry until the rice is well coated with the shrimp paste mixture and heated through.
4. Assemble and Serve:
   • Transfer the shrimp paste fried rice to serving plates.
   • Arrange sliced cucumber, green beans, Thai eggplant (if using), and mango (if using) on the side.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, mint leaves, and crushed roasted peanuts.
   • Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the rice.

Serving Suggestion:​

• Enjoy Kao Khluk Kapi as a flavorful and satisfying meal. The combination of shrimp paste fried rice with fresh vegetables and herbs creates a harmonious balance of textures and flavors that will transport you to the bustling streets of Thailand!

Embark on a culinary journey with Kao Khluk Kapi and savor the bold flavors of Thai cuisine. Share your love for Thai food with us in the comments below!

Wow, Kao Khluk Kapi looks amazing! I can almost taste the rich flavors just by looking at the ingredients. Can't wait to try this out for dinner tonight!