Thai Basil Beef
1:307 Jul 2026@annilravin
Say goodbye to dry, boring chicken breast meal prep and elevate your protein game with Chef Annil's quick Thai Basil Beef. Perfect for anyone looking to build muscle and stay full for longer, this recipe combines lean ground beef with a punchy blend of red chili padi, fresh onions, garlic, and rich black garlic. Tossed together in a wok with dark soy sauce, savory oyster sauce, fish sauce, and fresh Thai basil leaves, this aromatic dish brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand's street food directly to your home kitchen. Serve over hot rice for a clean, comforting meal.
Thai Basil Beef
Ingredients
Method
- Heat two drops of oil in a hot wok over a medium-high flame.
- Add the lean ground beef and stir-fry until the beef fat renders.
- Push the beef to the side of the wok to expose the rendered fat/oil.
- Add chopped red chili padi and two cloves of black garlic into the oil. Smash the black garlic into the pan.
- Add minced onion and garlic, then mix everything thoroughly with the beef.
- Season with dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and a dash of white pepper. Stir-fry to incorporate all sauces completely.
- Add a handful of fresh Thai basil leaves and toss for one final mix until the basil is wilted and aromatic.
- Plate with a side of steamed rice and serve hot.