Minced Beef with Thai Basil (Pad Kra Pao Moo Sap)
This dish, also known as Pad Kra Pao Moo Sap , is a traditional Thai street food dish. This quick stir-fry combines ground beef with aromatic ingredients such as garlic, chili pepper and Thai basil. We find the spicy, slightly sweet and salty touch, typical of Thai gastronomy. Simple to prepare, it is generally eaten with jasmine rice and garnished with a fried egg.
Ingredients
- 400 g ground beef
- 2 Tbsp . gluten-free or Tamari soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (gluten-free)
- 1 tsp palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 2 fresh red chili peppers, chopped (adjust according to your spiciness tolerance)
- 1 chopped medium onion
- 1 handful of Thai basil (or holy basil if available)
- 2 Tbsp of vegetable oil
- 4 eggs (optional, for garnish)
- Cooked jasmine rice (to serve, or some green beans or asparagus)
Preparation
- Prepare the sauces: In a small bowl, mix the tamari soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. To book.
- Saute garlic and chiles: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chopped garlic, onion and red peppers, sauté until the garlic is lightly browned and fragrant and the onions are translucent.
- Add the ground beef: Add the ground beef and sauté, breaking up the pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through.
- Season: Add the sauce mixture and mix well to coat the beef. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Add the basil: Add the Thai basil and stir briefly until wilted.
- Prepare the fried eggs (optional): In another pan, heat a little oil and prepare the fried eggs. Salt and pepper.
- Serve: Divide the cooked jasmine rice or vegetables between plates, place the sautéed ground beef on top and garnish with a fried egg. Serve immediately.