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Pad Gaprao (Pad Kra Pao) Recipe

Pad Kra Pao also called the Pad Thai Beach, is one of the most popular beach destinations in Krabi. The white sand beaches and emerald waters provide a perfect backdrop for a day of swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: Pad Gaprao (Pad Kra Pao) Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Calories: 126kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of rice
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided

Instructions

  • Cook rice according to package directions.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook onions and peppers until softened.
  • Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt and black pepper to the pan and cook until fragrant.
  • Add 1/2 cup of olive oil and swirl to coat the vegetables. Cook for 3 minutes or until heated through.
  • To assemble the pad Kra prow dish, spoon one side of the cooked rice onto a plate and top with one or two pieces of diced avocado. Top with another piece of diced avocado if desired. Serve immediately

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Pad Gaprao (Pad Kra Pao) Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
126
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Sodium
 
12
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
165
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
5
g
2
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
1443
IU
29
%
Vitamin C
 
63
mg
76
%
Calcium
 
16
mg
2
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.