Whole30 Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Stir-Fry)
Savor the bold, aromatic flavors of Whole30 Pad Kra Pao, a Thai basil stir-fry that’s as vibrant as it is healthy. This dish swaps traditional ingredients for Whole30-compliant alternatives, using coconut aminos and fish sauce to create a savory-sweet glaze over juicy ground chicken or turkey and crisp-tender veggies like red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrots. Fragrant garlic and fiery red chilies infuse each bite with authentic heat, complemented by the fresh burst of basil leaves just before serving. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free and grain-free stir-fry is perfect on its own or served atop cauliflower rice for a satisfying, nutrient-packed meal. With a squeeze of lime, it’s a fresh and flavorful take on a Thai classic!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 small red chilies, sliced
- 1 pound ground chicken or turkey
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 4 cups optional cauliflower rice, cooked
Directions
Step 1
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic and sliced red chilies to the skillet and sauté them for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Add the ground chicken or turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until it's browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4
Once the meat is cooked, add the sliced red bell pepper, julienned carrot, sliced onion, and diced zucchini to the skillet. Stir-fry everything together for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 5
Pour in the fish sauce and coconut aminos, stirring well to coat the meat and vegetables evenly.
Step 6
Add in the fresh basil leaves and stir everything together just until the basil wilts, about 1 minute.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the Pad Kra Pao hot with lime wedges on the side.
Step 8
Optionally, serve with cauliflower rice to keep it Whole30 compliant.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2155.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1511.1 |
| Total Fat 73.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 385.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5304.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 106.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 50.6g | |
| Protein 120.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 450.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5440.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories