Best 4 Thai Beef With Basil And Chili Recipes

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**Thai Beef with Basil and Chili: A Culinary Symphony of Bold Flavors**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with Thai beef with basil and chili, a dish that embodies the perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. This delectable dish is a symphony of textures, featuring tender beef slices, crispy basil leaves, and fiery chili peppers, all harmoniously united by a rich and aromatic sauce. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Thailand as you explore our carefully curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this classic dish. From traditional to contemporary variations, our recipes cater to diverse tastes and skill levels, ensuring an unforgettable culinary experience. Prepare to indulge in a taste sensation that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THAI-STYLE BEEF WITH BASIL AND CHILIES (PHAT BAI HORAPHA) RECIPE



Thai-Style Beef With Basil and Chilies (Phat Bai Horapha) Recipe image

Slice beef and Thai purple basil combine for a very quick but super-flavorful stir-fry.

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

Categories     Mains     Quick Dinners

Time 30m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound (450g) flank steak, skirt steak, hanger steak, or flap meat, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
1 tablespoon (15ml) soy sauce, divided
5 teaspoons (25ml) Asian fish sauce, divided
1 teaspoon (4g) white sugar
4 to 6 fresh red or green Thai bird chilies, divided
6 medium cloves garlic, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons (20g) palm sugar (see note)
1 small shallot, thinly sliced
4 makrut lime leaves, very thinly sliced into hairs (central vein discarded), plus more for garnish (see note)
2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable or canola oil, divided
2 cups packed Thai purple basil (about 2 ounces; 55g)(see note)
Dried Thai chili flakes or red pepper flakes to taste (optional)
1/4 cup fried shallots (see note)
Kosher salt
Cooked rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine beef, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoons fish sauce, and white sugar in a bowl. Toss to combine and set in refrigerator to marinate for at least 15 minutes and up to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 119 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 46 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 1381 mg, Sugar 11 g, Fat 25 g, ServingSize Serves 2 to 3, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPICY BASIL BEEF (PAD KRAPOW)



Spicy Basil Beef (Pad Krapow) image

This is one of the most popular street food dishes in Thailand. It's also a technique, kind of like calling something an omelet. An omelet is always egg-based, but you can change the fillings. The base of this dish is always Thai basil, garlic, chilies, bell peppers and onions, but you can switch out the proteins as desired.

Provided by Jet Tila

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) sweet soy sauce
2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) oyster sauce
4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) fish sauce
2 tablespoons (30 grams) chili paste in soybean oil
6 tablespoons (45 milliliters) vegetable oil
2 large eggs
3 cups (720 grams) lean ground beef
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 to 3 serrano or Thai chiles, sliced
1 medium onion, diced
1 small red bell pepper, sliced
1 1/2 cups (335 grams) Thai basil leaves, picked off the stem
1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce and chili paste in a small bowl and reserve.
  • Heat your wok or large skillet over high heat and add 3 tablespoons of the vegetable oil. Crack one egg into the wok and allow the bottom to crisp for a couple of seconds, while keeping the pan moving, then baste until the top of the egg is mostly white, about 1 minute. Set aside on a paper-towel-lined plate, and then fry the second egg. Hold both eggs on the plate until ready to serve.
  • Heat your wok or large skillet over high heat and add the remaining 3 tablespoons vegetable oil. When wisps of white smoke appear, add the ground beef, flattening against the pan, and cook undisturbed for about 45 seconds. The beef will start to brown; turn over once, press flat against the pan and cook for another 30 seconds. Add garlic and chilies. Cook them until the garlic starts to brown, about 30 seconds. Add the onion. Break up the meat into gravel-size pieces and drain any excess liquid.
  • Stir in the bell pepper and stir-fry for about a minute. Add the reserved sauce to the wok and combine the ingredients thoroughly for about 1 minute. Add the Thai basil and cook until the beef is thoroughly cooked and onions are slightly tender. Finish with white pepper.
  • Transfer to a platter and top with the reserved fried eggs.

THAI BEEF WITH CHILES AND BASIL OVER COCONUT RICE



Thai Beef with Chiles and Basil Over Coconut Rice image

This popular spicy Thai dish in restaurants is very easy to make at home.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 cups jasmine rice
1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
Coarse salt
2 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fish sauce
2 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3 long hot peppers or red jalapeno chiles, seeded and sliced into 2-inch matchsticks
1 1/4 pounds ground beef sirloin
1 cup loosely packed torn fresh basil leaves
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, 3/4 cup water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, cover, and cookuntil rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 25 minutes.
  • When rice is almost done, combinefish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar in asmall bowl; set aside. Heat a cast-ironskillet or wok over high. Add oil andheat; add garlic and half the chiles. Cook,stirring constantly, 15 seconds. Addbeef and cook, breaking up meat witha wooden spoon, until completelybrowned, about 4 minutes. Add soymixture and cook 30 seconds. Addbasil and remaining chiles and stir tocombine. Serve beef over coconutrice with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26 g

THAI BEEF WITH PEPPERS



Thai Beef with Peppers image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 package pad Thai rice noodles or linguine
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons sherry
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon red chili paste or a few dashes red chili oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lime, halved
1 pound flank steak, sliced very thin against the grain
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium yellow onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, cored and sliced into rings
1 tablespoon diced fresh jalapeno or 1 teaspoon diced hot pepper
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook the noodles according to the package directions.
  • In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sherry, cornstarch, brown sugar, ginger, chili paste, garlic and the juice of half the lime. Pour a third of the marinade into a bowl with the sliced beef and toss to coat. Reserve the rest of the marinade for later.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high to high heat. When it is very hot, throw in the onions and cook for a minute or so. Add the bell peppers and jalapenos. Cook for a minute, tossing until the peppers have brown/black bits but are still firm. Remove the vegetables to a plate.
  • Into the hot skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the meat mixture, evenly distributing it over the surface of the skillet. Allow to sit for 45 seconds, then turn with tongs. Cook for another 30 seconds, then add the onions and peppers back into the skillet. Reduce the heat to low. Pour in the remaining marinade and stir. Allow to simmer on low for a few minutes; the sauce will slowly thicken. Turn off the heat.
  • Drain the noodles, then add half of them to the stir-fry. Toss and add more noodles as desired. Stir in some very hot water if needed to thin the sauce.
  • Top with basil and cilantro leaves and serve immediately with a squeeze of the remaining lime half.

Tips:

  • To make the most tender beef, choose a flank steak or skirt steak. These cuts are best cooked quickly over high heat.
  • If you don't have time to marinate the beef, you can still make this dish. Just be sure to cook the beef for a shorter amount of time so that it doesn't become tough.
  • If you like your food spicy, add more chili peppers to the dish. You can also add a bit of chili sauce or Sriracha to taste.
  • Serve the beef with rice, noodles, or vegetables. It's also delicious served over a bed of lettuce.

Conclusion:

This Thai beef with basil and chili is a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover beef. The beef is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is spicy and aromatic. Serve it with rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.

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