Thai Beef With Chiles And Basil Recipe

Experience the fiery flavors of Thailand with this quick and easy Thai Beef Stir-Fry! This recipe is packed with aromatic basil, spicy chilies, and savory beef (easily substituted with ground turkey for a leaner option). Ready in under an hour, it's a perfect weeknight meal that's both satisfying and delicious. Get ready for a taste of paradise!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 575.2 kcal
Protein 50g
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Ingredients for Thai Beef With Chiles And Basil

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How to Make Thai Beef With Chiles And Basil

  1. Rinse the Jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, 3/4 cup water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
  4. While the rice is cooking, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a small bowl. Set aside.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  6. Add the minced garlic and half of the sliced chilies. Stir-fry for 15 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add the beef (or ground turkey) and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, or until browned. If using ground turkey, break it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  8. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and stir-fry for 30 seconds until heated through.
  9. Stir in the fresh basil leaves and the remaining chilies.
  10. Serve the Thai Beef Stir-fry immediately over the cooked rice. Garnish with extra chilies, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

81g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Thai Beef With Chiles And Basil?

Thai Beef With Chiles And Basil takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Thai Beef With Chiles And Basil?

Thai Beef With Chiles And Basil has approximately 575.2 calories per serving, with about 50 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 44 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Thai Beef With Chiles And Basil?

The key ingredients for Thai Beef With Chiles And Basil are Jasmine Rice, Coconut Milk, Coarse Salt, Fish Sauce, Soy Sauce, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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