Thai Basil Pork
Bursting with bold flavors and fragrant aromatics, Thai Basil Pork is a quick and easy stir-fry recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or when you’re craving authentic Thai street food. This savory dish features juicy ground pork infused with the spicy kick of red chili peppers, the zing of fresh lime juice, and the umami goodness of soy sauce, fish sauce, and oyster sauce. A generous handful of fresh Thai basil leaves adds a signature aromatic twist, while the dish is served over fluffy jasmine rice for a satisfying meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe combines simplicity, speed, and vibrant flavors, making it a must-try for anyone who loves Southeast Asian cuisine.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams ground pork
- 50 grams fresh Thai basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 pieces red chili peppers
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 piece lime
- 4 servings jasmine rice, cooked
Directions
Step 1
Finely mince the garlic cloves and slice the red chili peppers thinly. Adjust the number of chilies to your preferred spice level.
Step 2
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and sliced chili peppers to the skillet, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Step 4
Increase the heat to high and add the ground pork to the skillet. Stir-fry for approximately 5 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and no longer pink.
Step 5
Mix in the soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Stir well to combine the seasonings with the pork.
Step 6
Pour in the water and allow the mixture to simmer for 1-2 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
Step 7
Turn off the heat and add the fresh Thai basil leaves, stirring to wilt and mix them into the pork.
Step 8
Squeeze the juice of one lime over the stir-fried pork and give it a final stir.
Step 9
Serve the Thai basil pork hot over a bed of cooked jasmine rice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1344.8 grams (1344.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2653 |
| Total Fat 132.20g | 169% |
| Saturated Fat 42.70g | 214% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g | |
| Cholesterol 450mg | 150% |
| Sodium 3170mg | 138% |
| Total Carbohydrate 207.00g | 75% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.40g | 30% |
| Total Sugars 7.70g | |
| Protein 154.00g | 308% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 381mg | 29% |
| Iron 15mg | 85% |
| Potassium 856mg | 18% |
Source of Calories