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beef stir-fry
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jasmine rice
13 June 2025

Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Beef)

ShamsCooks

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A quick and flavorful Thai-inspired beef stir-fry ready in 20 minutes. Made with ground beef, green beans, chili, garlic, and basil—perfect for busy weeknights. Inspired by ShamsCooks' viral TikTok recipe.

Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Beef)

ShamsCooks

A quick and flavorful Thai-inspired beef stir-fry ready in 20 minutes. Made with ground beef, green beans, chili, garlic, and basil—perfect for busy weeknights. Inspired by ShamsCooks' viral TikTok recipe.

Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Beef) image
Thai basil
beef stir-fry
quick dinner
Thai recipe
jasmine rice
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
2

Chef's Tips

  • Use holy basil for a more authentic flavor.

  • Adjust chili based on heat preference.

  • Top with a fried egg for a traditional touch.

Tools Used

Spatula

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Ingredients

USMetric

Main Ingredients

Instructions

Stir-Fry Preparation

  1. 1

    Crush the chilies and garlic with a pinch of salt using a mortar and pestle to create a coarse paste.

  2. 2

    Thinly slice the shallots and chop green beans into ½-inch pieces.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and chili-garlic paste; stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Increase heat to medium-high. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5–7 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add green beans and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.

  6. 6

    Add dark soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine and season with salt if needed.

  7. 7

    Turn off the heat. Add basil leaves and stir until wilted.

  8. 8

    Serve over steamed jasmine rice and top with a fried egg.

Comments & Reviews

  • fill538

    4/19/2024

    I’ve just made this with 2% turkey mince … was outta this world 😍

  • abigailtasker7

    5/25/2024

    Made this tonight for my partner. He loved it. Thank you 💚

  • 𓂃 ࣪˖ luna whispers ✧.*

    4/22/2024

    Did this last week for the first time, will do it again coz I really like it 👌🏽

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 portion with rice and egg

Calories 520
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 30g38%
Saturated Fat 12g60%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 110mg37%
Sodium 1100mg48%
Total Carbohydrates 28g10%
Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Sugars 5g
Protein 32g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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