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spicy basil stir fry dish

Pad Krapao

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Thai
Servings 2 servings

Equipment

  • 1 large wok or frying pan
  • 1 Spatula
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 300 grams minced chicken or pork
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2-3 bird's eye chilies sliced
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice

Instructions
 

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the minced garlic and bird's eye chilies to the pan and stir-fry until fragrant.
  • Add the minced chicken or pork to the pan and cook until it is browned and cooked through.
  • Stir in the oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar, mixing well to combine.
  • Add the Thai basil leaves to the pan and stir-fry until they are wilted and mixed well with the meat.
  • In a separate pan, fry the eggs sunny-side up or to your preference.
  • Serve the Pad Krapao over cooked jasmine rice with the fried eggs on top.

Notes

For a more authentic flavor, use fresh Thai basil as it has a distinct taste that sets this dish apart. Adjust the number of chilies according to your heat preference, and remember that the dish should be slightly salty, spicy, and aromatic with the basil's fragrance. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
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