Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with Sticky Sweet Chilli Pork and Basil Rice, an irresistible dish that harmonizes bold flavors with aromatic herbs. This delectable meal boasts tender pork coated in a luscious sweet chili glaze, complemented by fluffy rice infused with the vibrant essence of basil. Embark on a step-by-step adventure to recreate this lip-smacking dish, suitable for both novice and seasoned cooks alike. Uncover the secrets of crafting the perfect sweet chili sauce, ensuring a balance of sweet, sour, and spicy notes. Learn the art of cooking pork to achieve a succulent texture that melts in your mouth. Discover the techniques for preparing fragrant basil rice, transforming ordinary grains into an extraordinary side dish. Elevate your culinary repertoire with this delectable recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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PORK & HOLY BASIL STIR-FRY (PAD KRA PAO)
This pad kra pao (pork & holy basil-stir-fry) features a key ingredient: holy basil! With jasmine rice, it's perfection. And it only takes minutes to make.
Provided by Sarah
Categories Pork
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a wok over medium high heat, add the oil, shallots and garlic, and fry for 3 minutes. Add the chilies and cook for another minute. Crank up the heat to high, and add the ground pork, breaking it up into small bits and allowing it to crisp up.
- Add the sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Stir-fry for another minute and deglaze the pan with the broth or water. Because your pan is over high heat, the liquid should cook off very quickly. Add the basil, and stir-fry until wilted. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 929 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
THAI-STYLE BASIL RICE
Make and share this Thai-style Basil Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Julesong
Categories White Rice
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large, heavy saucepan, melt the butter and oil together over medium heat.
- Add the shallots and chopped basil and cook until shallots are slightly soft, about 5 minutes; add garlic and green onion and sauté another 2 to three minutes.
- Add the uncooked rice and stir to coat well; sauté for 3 minutes while stirring.
- Mix together the water and chicken bouillon and stir until dissolved; add bouillon liquid to rice in saucepan and bring to a boil.
- If using, stir in red pepper and coconut flakes.
- Cover saucepan, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and rice is to preferred texture.
- Fluff with fork, serve, and enjoy.
- Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.2, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 297.8, Carbohydrate 40, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.4, Protein 4.2
KATSU PORK WITH STICKY RICE
Breadcrumb your pork fillet with panko, Japanese style, then serve with a sweet, spicy, light curry sauce and sushi rice
Provided by Jane Hornby
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- To make the sauce, heat the oil in a large pan and add the onion, carrot and apples. Cover and cook gently for 10 mins until softened, stirring a couple of times. Uncover the pan, turn up the heat, add the garlic and cook for 1 min.
- Stir in the curry powder and ginger. Cook for 1 min more, then stir in the tomato purée, honey, soy and cornflour. Gradually stir in the stock and simmer for 5 mins until the vegetables are totally soft and the sauce has thickened. Blitz with a blender or in a liquidiser until smooth, then season to taste with the sesame oil, salt and pepper. The sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead.
- While the sauce is cooking, put the pork between 2 sheets of cling film and bash with a rolling pin until the meat is about 1cm thick. In a shallow bowl, rub together the crumbs, turmeric and oil with some seasoning. Beat the egg white with a fork until a little frothy and have a non-stick baking tray ready.
- Put the rice in a saucepan with 400ml cold water and a pinch of salt. Bring to the boil, cover, then simmer for 10 mins. Take off the heat and set aside until ready to serve the pork.
- Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Dip each piece of pork into the egg, then the crumbs, pressing them onto the surface before transferring the meat to the tray. Bake the pork for 10-15 mins or until golden and crisp, turning once if needed. Serve with the rice and katsu sauce, garnished with coriander, if using, plus pickled ginger, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 73 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 37 grams protein, Sodium 1.6 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To ensure the pork is cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 145°F (63°C) before removing it from the heat.
- For a crispier texture, pan-fry the pork in small batches rather than all at once.
- If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or lemon juice.
- For a vegetarian version of this dish, replace the pork with tofu or tempeh.
- Serve the sticky sweet chilli pork with steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa.
Conclusion:
This sticky sweet chilli pork and basil rice is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pork is cooked in a delicious sweet and spicy sauce, and the basil rice adds a refreshing and aromatic touch. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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