High Protein Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Stir-Fry)
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this High Protein Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Stir-Fry), a lean yet flavor-packed take on the classic Thai dish. Loaded with juicy chicken breast or lean turkey, aromatic garlic, spicy bird's eye chilies, and fragrant holy basil, this recipe balances bold, savory flavors with a hint of sweetness. The quick 20-minute preparation makes it perfect for busy evenings, while its high protein content makes it a satisfying, guilt-free choice. A blend of fish sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce ensures an authentic umami punch, while a squeeze of fresh lime juice adds a zesty finish. Serve it over fluffy jasmine rice for a wholesome and fulfilling meal that’s sure to delight your taste buds. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers craving an easy, nutritious Thai stir-fry recipe!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast or lean turkey
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 whole shallots
- 6 cloves garlic
- 3 whole bird's eye chilies
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup holy basil leaves
- 1 whole lime
- 2 cups jasmine rice (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Begin by finely chopping the shallots and garlic. Slice the bird's eye chilies thinly. Set aside.
Step 2
Dice the chicken breast or lean turkey into small, bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Once the oil is hot, add the chopped shallots, garlic, and chilies. Stir-fry for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Step 5
Increase the heat to high and add the diced chicken or turkey to the pan, cooking until it's browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
Step 6
Lower the heat to medium and add the fish sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir well to combine and let it cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Turn off the heat and fold in the holy basil leaves, letting them wilt in the residual heat.
Step 8
Serve the stir-fry hot, with freshly cooked jasmine rice, if desired. Squeeze fresh lime juice over each serving for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1411.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1846.4 |
| Total Fat 47.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g | |
| Cholesterol 425mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3922.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 170.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.7g | |
| Protein 182.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 65IU | 0% |
| Calcium 640.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2744.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories