Thai Basil Vegetables Recipe

Name: Thai Basil Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, quartered and chopped; 2 cups sliced mushrooms; 1/2 cup slivered carrot; 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1/2 fresh lime, juice of; 1/2 tablespoon minced ginger; 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 - 2 tablespoon sambal oelek chili paste (to taste); 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional); 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Servings: persons

2 medium zucchini, quartered and chopped
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup slivered carrot
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1/2 fresh lime, juice of
1/2 tablespoon minced ginger
1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 - 2 tablespoon sambal oelek chili paste (to taste)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1
In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, ginger, garlic, sugar, and sambal oelek for the sauce; set aside.
2
The sauce in this is thin from the veggies; if you like a thicker sauce, add 1 tbsp.
3
cornstarch to your sauce, but it won't affect the flavor either way.
4
Heat oil in wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add zucchini, mushrooms, and carrots to pan; stir-fry for 3 minutes.
6
Add sauce in bowl to pan; stir to mix well, and continue cooking for 5 minutes, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
7
Stir in herbs and serve.

141

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium zucchini, quartered and chopped, 2 cups sliced mushrooms, 1/2 cup slivered carrot, 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Thai Basil Vegetables 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Thai Basil Vegetables

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