Thai Basil Beef (Pad Gra Prow)
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
307 kcal
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Cuisine
Thai
Thai Basil Beef (Pad Gra Prow)
Description
Thai Basil Beef (Pad Gra Prow) uses thin slices of beef coated with oil and cornstarch for a tender texture and quick sear in hot oil. Garlic and red bell pepper are stir-fried briefly to maintain texture and pungency, while onions are cooked until caramelized for sweetness.
The beef is returned to the wok with a combination of light and dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and a small amount of sugar, creating a dark, savory sauce with layers of umami and slight sweetness. Fresh packed Thai basil is folded in last, wilting slightly to release its distinctive aroma.
The dish is typically served with steamed jasmine rice and garnished with fresh cilantro, offering a balance of savory, herbal, and sweet flavors with tender beef and crisp-tender vegetables. The quick stir-fry method preserves texture and freshness.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 12 oz. beef (340g, sliced thinly against the grain and mixed with 1 teaspoon oil and 2 teaspoons cornstarch)
- 5 cloves garlic (chopped)
- ½ bell pepper sliced thinly, red
- 1 onion thinly sliced, small
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup basil leaves packed, Thai variety
- cilantro (to garnish)
Instructions
- Heat your wok over high heat, and add the oil. Sear the beef until just browned, remove from the wok, and set aside.
- Add the garlic and red pepper to the wok and stir-fry for about 20 seconds. Add the onions and stir-fry until browned and slightly caramelized.
- Toss the beef back in, along with the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Stir-fry for another few seconds, and then fold in the Thai basil until it’s just wilted. Serve with jasmine rice, and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 307 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 307kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 705mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 347mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 780IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 23.3mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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