Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Stir-Fry)
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Stir-Fry), a quick and flavorful dish that’s bursting with authentic Thai flavors. This beloved street food favorite features tender ground pork or chicken stir-fried with minced garlic, fiery bird's eye chilies, and fragrant Thai holy basil, all coated in a savory umami-rich sauce made from fish sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy schedules yet feels indulgent enough for special occasions. Served over fluffy jasmine rice and topped with a crispy fried egg, Pad Kra Pao is a perfect balance of spicy, salty, and aromatic, delivering that irresistible punch of bold flavor. Whether you’re a fan of Thai cuisine or simply looking for a fresh, exciting meal idea, this recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the bustling streets of Bangkok.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 4 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 Bird's eye chilies (finely chopped)
- 500 grams Ground pork or chicken
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 cup Fresh Thai holy basil leaves
- 4 cups Cooked jasmine rice
- 4 Fried eggs
Directions
Step 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic and chopped chilies. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3
Increase the heat to high, add the ground pork or chicken, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix together the fish sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and water. Pour this sauce mixture over the cooked meat.
Step 5
Stir everything together and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the meat evenly.
Step 6
Add the holy basil leaves and stir for another minute until the basil is wilted.
Step 7
Remove from heat and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 8
Serve the stir-fry over cooked jasmine rice.
Step 9
Top each serving with a fried egg. Enjoy your delicious Pad Kra Pao!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1861.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2928.8 |
| Total Fat 146.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 43.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g | |
| Cholesterol 1096mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4236.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 243.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.9g | |
| Protein 164.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 176IU | 0% |
| Calcium 764.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3222.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories