Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this quick and easy Thai Basil Beef. Sautéed ground beef is combined with a savory, spicy sauce, fresh basil, and crisp vegetables, then served over rice for a deliciously satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Sauce
1 tablespoon chili paste2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
Stir-fry
2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 pound ground beef 90/10
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
h4>To ServeRice, for serving
Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the chili paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice until well combined. Set the sauce aside.
- Cook the beef. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until glistening. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add vegetables and garlic. Stir in the sliced bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables start to soften, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add sauce and basil. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet, add the basil leaves (reserving a few for garnish), and cook, stirring frequently, until the basil wilts, about 2 minutes.
- Serve. Spoon the beef mixture over cooked rice, garnish with the remaining basil leaves and optional cilantro, and serve hot.
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Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili paste according to your preference.
- If you like a bit of crunch, add some shredded carrots or snap peas along with the bell peppers.
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor, but Thai basil provides an authentic aroma and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
