Vegetarian Stir-Fried Minced Meat with Basil
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Vegetarian Stir-Fried Minced Meat with Basil, a plant-based twist on the beloved Thai classic! Packed with fragrant Thai basil leaves, bold red chilies, and umami-rich sauces like soy and vegetarian oyster sauce, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of spicy, savory, and aromatic notes. The plant-based minced meat absorbs the flavorful sauce, bringing a satisfying and protein-packed bite to every forkful. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy stir-fry pairs perfectly with fluffy jasmine rice for a wholesome, weeknight-friendly meal. Ideal for vegetarians and anyone craving a delicious, meat-free taste of Thai cuisine, this dish proves that comfort food can be as ethical as it is flavorful.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Plant-based minced meat
- 1 cup Fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 2 pieces Red chili
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Vegetarian oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola)
- 2 cups Cooked jasmine rice (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the garlic and finely mince it. Slice the red chilies thinly.
Step 2
Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and sliced red chilies to the skillet, and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Step 4
Add the plant-based minced meat to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until it begins to brown.
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, and sugar. Pour this sauce into the skillet and stir well to coat the minced meat evenly.
Step 6
Add the fresh Thai basil leaves to the skillet and stir until they wilt, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Step 7
Taste the stir-fry and adjust seasonings if needed. Remove from heat.
Step 8
Serve the vegetarian stir-fried minced meat with basil immediately over cooked jasmine rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1107.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1776.5 |
| Total Fat 75.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4327.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 215.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.6g | |
| Protein 70.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 705.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 36.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2483.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories