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Thai Basil Beef Delight

Thai Basil Beef Delight

Discover the magic of Thai Basil Beef Delight a quick flavorful stir-fry ready in 20 minutes perfect for busy weeknights Thai Basil Beef Delight
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz ground beef
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-3 Thai chilies, finely chopped or 1-2 serrano peppers
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground white pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Sturdy wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving dishes

Method
 

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add sliced onion, stirring for about a minute until soft, then add minced garlic and chopped chilies; cook for another 30 seconds.
  3. Add ground beef, breaking it into pieces, cooking undisturbed for 1 minute before stirring until no longer pink.
  4. Pour oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and white pepper over the beef; stir vigorously to mix.
  5. Turn off the heat and add fresh basil leaves, stirring just enough to wilt them without cooking.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 23gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to substitute ground chicken or pork for the beef. If you can't find Thai basil, sweet basil is a suitable alternative, though it will yield a milder flavor. For a vegetarian option, replace beef with crumbled firm tofu. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, and reheat gently to maintain texture. To serve, pair with jasmine rice and consider adding a fried egg for a delightful touch.
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