Thai Basil Beef (20 Minutes)

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Thai basil beef is a delightful and flavorful stir-fry dish that captures the essence of Thai cuisine. This recipe combines tender strips of beef with vibrant red peppers and aromatic Thai basil leaves, creating a harmonious blend of spicy, savory, and herbal flavors. The dish comes together quickly, making it perfect for a delicious and satisfying meal. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Thai chili peppers, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and Thai chili peppers, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add the sliced beef to the skillet and stir-fry for approximately 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
  3. Toss in the red bell pepper slices and continue stir-frying for another 2 minutes until the peppers are slightly tender.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and peppers, and stir to coat everything evenly.
  5. Add the fresh Thai basil leaves to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional minute until the basil wilts and releases its aroma.

Notes

For tender and juicy beef, make sure to slice it against the grain. Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by adding or reducing the amount of Thai chili peppers. Remember, they can be quite hot, so use them according to your preference. Thai basil is a crucial ingredient in this dish, so try to find fresh Thai basil leaves (different from regular basil) for the most authentic flavor. If unavailable, regular basil can be used as a substitute. Feel free to customize the dish by adding other vegetables such as onions, mushrooms, or snow peas. Serve Thai basil beef over steamed rice for a complete meal!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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