Craving a restaurant-quality meal that'll transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Thailand without spending hours in the kitchen? Get ready to unleash an explosion of aromatic herbs, savory sauces, and perfectly seasoned ground pork that comes together in just 25 magical minutes! This Thai Basil Pork Stir Fry isn't just a recipe—it's a quick, mouthwatering journey through authentic Thai cuisine that will make your kitchen smell like a Bangkok street food paradise.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Thai
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 250g ground pork
- 1 cup Thai basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red chili, sliced (optional)
- Cooked jasmine rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping: mince the garlic, slice the red chili, and pick the Thai basil leaves from their stems.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and becomes slightly rippling.
- Add minced garlic and sliced red chili (if using) to the hot oil. Stir quickly for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add ground pork to the wok, breaking it up with a wooden spatula or spoon. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the pork is completely browned and no pink remains.
- Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce. Stir to combine and coat the pork evenly, allowing the meat to absorb the seasonings for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium and add Thai basil leaves. Stir quickly to wilt the leaves and integrate them into the pork, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a pinch of salt or extra sauce to enhance flavor.
- Remove from heat and transfer immediately to a serving plate with freshly cooked jasmine rice.
- Garnish with additional fresh Thai basil leaves and sliced chili if desired. Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
Tips
- Use fresh Thai basil if possible - its unique flavor is crucial to the dish's authenticity.
- Ensure your wok or skillet is hot before adding ingredients to achieve that perfect sear on the pork.
- Work quickly and keep ingredients moving to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Don't substitute regular basil for Thai basil - the flavor profiles are dramatically different.
- For extra heat, keep the chili seeds in; for milder flavor, remove them before slicing.
- Have all ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking, as stir-frying happens fast.
- Use high-quality fish sauce for the most authentic and rich umami flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 90mg
