Thai Basil Pork Belly
User Reviews
5
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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
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Calories
563 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Thai
Thai Basil Pork Belly
Description
The Thai Basil Pork Belly recipe highlights tender pork belly sliced thin and quickly stir-fried with garlic and fiery bird chilies. The pork caramelizes slightly for a crisp surface, enhanced by the rich umami of fish sauce, oyster sauce, and two types of soy sauce. The inclusion of holy basil imparts a distinct herbal aroma and flavor typical to Thai cooking. The sauce balances salty, sweet, and spicy elements, lending depth to the dish.
This pork can be served immediately as a flavorful main or alongside rice to help mellow the heat and soak up the savory sauce. The crispy edges and tender meat make it a texturally appealing option. Holy basil’s bright flavor distinguishes it from other basil varieties.
You may use either skin-on or skinless pork belly based on preference; skin-on adds a bit more chewiness. Stir-fry on high heat briefly to keep the pork tender and to achieve caramelization without overcooking.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 5 cloves garlic (sliced)
- 3 bird chili thinly sliced, Thai
- 1 pound pork belly thinly sliced, lean
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 teaspoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or Thai thin soy sauce, light
- 2 teaspoons black soy sauce or 1 teaspoon Chinese dark soy sauce, Thai
- 1 1/2 cups holy basil packed, or Thai basil leaves
Instructions
- In a wok over medium heat, add the oil, garlic, and chilies. Cook for 1 minute. Crank up the heat to high, and add the pork belly. Stir-fry until caramelized and a little crisp, 2 minutes.
- Add the sugar, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauces. Stir-fry for 1 minute, and add the basil. Stir-fry until the basil is wilted. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Skin-on pork belly can be used for chewier texture or skinless for leaner bites.
- Cook pork quickly over high heat to caramelize edges while keeping meat tender.
- Use holy basil if available for authentic flavor; Thai basil can be a substitute.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 563 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 563kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 64g | 98% |
| Saturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 888mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 383mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 796IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 52mg | 58% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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