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Tangy Thai Basil Stir-Fry

A delicious and aromatic Thai dish with a blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. This recipe uses fresh ingredients and simple techniques to make a satisfying meal.

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Prep Time 10 min
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Cook Time 20 min
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Total Time 30 min
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Servings 4
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Difficulty Medium
Thai Dinner

About This Recipe

Introducing the Tangy Thai Basil Stir-Fry, a tantalizing dish that's bursting with flavor and simple to prepare. Originating from Thailand, this dish incorporates the traditional elements of Thai cuisine. It features a beautiful medley of fresh veggies, tender chicken, and aromatic Thai basil, all stir-fried in a zesty homemade sauce. The sauce is a unique blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors, which perfectly complements the mix of ingredients. What makes this recipe special is the use of Thai basil, which has a unique flavor profile that's a bit spicier and more robust than the sweet basil used in many Western recipes. Pair this stir-fry with jasmine rice for a complete meal that's sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 500 grams boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 red chili peppers, deseeded and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Thai basil leaves
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Steamed jasmine rice, for serving

Nutrition Facts

280 Calories 14% daily value
26.50g Protein 53% daily value
15.20g Carbs 5% daily value
11.30g Fat 17% daily value
2.00g Fiber 8% daily value

Instructions

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    Step 1: Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat
  2. 2
    Step 2: Add the garlic and chili peppers to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant
  3. 3
    Step 3: Add the chicken to the wok and stir-fry until it is fully cooked and no longer pink
  4. 4
    Step 4: Add the carrot and bell pepper to the wok and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes
  5. 5
    Step 5: In a small bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar
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    Step 6: Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the wok and stir to combine
  7. 7
    Step 7: Add the Thai basil leaves to the wok and stir until the leaves have wilted and the ingredients are well coated in the sauce
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    Step 8: Serve the stir-fry hot with steamed jasmine rice

💡 tips

If Thai basil is not available, you can substitute with sweet basil. However, keep in mind that the flavor will be less robust.

🔄 substitutions

You can substitute chicken with beef, shrimp, or tofu for a vegetarian option. Similarly, you can use any vegetables of your choice.

📦 storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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