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Thai Basil Beef Stir Fry

Irresistibly Easy Thai Basil Beef Stir-Fry in 30 Minutes

A vibrant Thai Basil Beef Stir-Fry, blending ground beef and aromatic Thai basil, ready in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Ideal for high-heat frying
  • 2 medium Shallots Finely diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20 mix) Juicy during cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Adds umami richness
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Provides sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Balances savory flavors
  • 2 cups Fresh Thai Basil Leaves The star ingredient
  • 2 to taste Thai Chilies Adjust spiciness
  • 2 cups Thai Jasmine Rice Base for the dish
  • 2 large Eggs Optional for richness

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

How to Make Thai Basil Beef
  1. Warm vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  2. Add finely diced shallots and minced garlic to the hot skillet. Stir gently for about 30 seconds, until fragrant and golden.
  3. Introduce the ground beef into the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 6 minutes, or until browned and no longer pink.
  4. Stir in the fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a pinch of granulated sugar. Cook for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
  5. Toss in the fresh Thai basil leaves and sliced chilies, stirring quickly for another 30 seconds until the basil wilts.
  6. Spoon the beef mixture generously over cooked jasmine rice.
  7. With any remaining oil, fry eggs until edges are crispy and yolks remain runny.
  8. Serve the fried eggs atop the stir-fry and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Optional: A sprinkle of crushed peanuts can add delightful crunch.

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