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Pad Krapow Gai (Thai Basil Chicken)
20 mintime
Easydifficulty
2Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
600 kcalCalories
35 gProtein
40 gCarbs
35 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Pad Krapow Gai (Thai Basil Chicken)

Traditional dish · Thai

A classic and beloved Thai stir-fry featuring minced chicken, fiery chilies, garlic, and fragrant holy basil, typically served over rice with a fried egg.

Ingredients

Servings2
  • Ground chicken250g
  • Holy basil leaves (Krapow)1 cup, packed
  • Thai bird's eye chilies3-5, or to taste
  • Garlic cloves4-6
  • Vegetable oil2 tbsp
  • Fish sauce1.5 tbsp
  • Soy sauce1 tsp
  • Oyster sauce1 tbsp
  • Sugar1 tsp
  • Water2 tbsp
  • Jasmine rice2 servings
  • Eggs2

Steps

  1. 1

    Mince chilies and garlic together into a rough paste.

  2. 2

    Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add the chili-garlic paste and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Add the ground chicken and break it up with a spatula. Stir-fry until cooked through and lightly browned.

  5. 5

    Add fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and water. Stir well to combine.

  6. 6

    Add the holy basil leaves and stir-fry for another 30-60 seconds until the leaves are just wilted.

  7. 7

    While the chicken is cooking, prepare jasmine rice and fry eggs to your preference (sunny-side-up is traditional).

  8. 8

    Serve the Thai basil chicken immediately over hot jasmine rice, topped with a fried egg.

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