Beef With Basil (Phad Kraproa) Recipe

Name: Beef With Basil (Phad Kraproa)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons oil; 16 -20 large fresh basil leaves; 10 ounces ground beef; 2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce; 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar; 1 -2 fresh red chile, sliced into rings; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh gingerroot; 1 shallot, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves; lemon juice; salt & fresh ground pepper; thai jasmine rice

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons oil
16 -20 large fresh basil leaves
10 ounces ground beef
2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
1 -2 fresh red chile, sliced into rings
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon chopped fresh gingerroot
1 shallot, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
lemon juice
salt & fresh ground pepper
thai jasmine rice

1
Heat the oil in a work and, when hot, add the basil leaves and fry for about 1 minute until crisp and golden.
2
Drain on kitchen paper.
3
Remove the work from the heat and pour off all but 2 tbsp of the oil.
4
In a bowl mix together the fish sauce and sugar.
5
Add the beef, mix well, then then leave to marinate for about 30 minute.
6
Reheat the oil until hot, add the chiles, garlic, ginger and shallot and stir fry for 30 seconds.
7
Add the beef and chopped basil, then stir stir-fry for about 3 minutes.
8
Flavour with lemon juice and add seasoning to taste.
9
Transfer to serving plate, scatter over the basil leaves and serve immediately with Thai jasmine rice.

586

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons oil, 16 -20 large fresh basil leaves, 10 ounces ground beef, 2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce, and more.

Yes, Beef With Basil (Phad Kraproa) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef With Basil (Phad Kraproa)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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