Catfish Rice
Thai Thai - Rice

Catfish Rice

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups jasmine rice, cooked and cooled
  • • 300g catfish fillets, cut into chunks
  • • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 4 bird's eye chilies, minced
  • • 2 shallots, sliced
  • • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 1 cup Thai basil leaves

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Cook and cool the rice; pat the catfish dry and season with salt.

2
Phase 2

Fry the garlic, shallots, and chilies in oil until fragrant.

3
Phase 3

Add the catfish and fry until golden and crisp on all sides.

4
Phase 4

Add the rice, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar; toss over high heat.

5
Phase 5

Fold in the Thai basil until just wilted and serve hot with lime wedges.