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Spicy Thai Basil Ground Beef

Spicy Thai Basil Ground Beef: Quick Comfort in 15 Minutes

This Spicy Thai Basil Ground Beef, or Beef Krapow, is a vibrant stir-fry that's quick, protein-packed, and rich in flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil can substitute with canola or peanut oil
  • 2 medium shallots finely chopped; yellow onion works well in a pinch
  • 3 cloves garlic minced; fresh garlic is preferred
  • 1 pound ground beef best using 80/20 for optimal juiciness
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce soy sauce is a suitable alternative
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce tamari is a great gluten-free substitute
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce use mushroom sauce for a vegetarian twist
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar brown sugar can deepen the sweetness flavor
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil can replace with sweet basil
  • 2-3 pieces Thai chilies adjust quantity based on your spice tolerance
  • 4 cups cooked Thai jasmine rice or consider swapping for brown rice or noodles
  • 2 large eggs optional, can substitute with scrambled eggs

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil: Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Add 2 finely chopped shallots and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring them quickly for about 30 seconds.
  3. Cook the ground beef: Introduce 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet, cooking for approximately 6 minutes until browned.
  4. Add the sauces: Pour in 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Incorporate basil and chilies: Toss in 1 cup of fresh Thai basil leaves and 2-3 sliced Thai chilies, stir-frying for about 30 seconds.
  6. Serve over rice: Spoon the flavorful beef mixture over bowls of warm cooked Thai jasmine rice.
  7. (Optional) Fry the eggs: In the same skillet, fry 2 eggs over medium heat until the whites are set and yolks remain runny.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels to your preference and maintain high heat for quick cooking.

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