Thai Basil Ground Beef Pad Krapow with Rice
A quick Thai-inspired skillet meal featuring fragrant basil, fiery chilies, and savory beef served over fluffy jasmine rice. The flavors burst with lime, garlic, and a touch of fish sauce, delivering a weeknight-friendly, pantry-friendly dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)Ingredients(scaled)
- ½ tablespoon vegetable oil
- ½ pound ground beef
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small red chilies, finely sliced (or 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper)
- 1 tablespoons soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon fish sauce
- ½ teaspoon palm sugar or brown sugar
- ½ cup jasmine rice
- 1 cups water
- ½ cup fresh Thai basil leaves, packed
- ½ lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Rinse rice; combine with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer 15 minutes until tender, fluff with a fork.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add beef; cook 4-5 minutes until browned, breaking up clumps.
- Stir in garlic and chilies; sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar; cook 1-2 minutes, simmer slightly.
- Fold in basil until just wilted, 30 seconds; squeeze lime over the top, then serve over rice.
Chef’s Pro Tips
- Use palm sugar if available for authentic sweetness.
- Cook beef until just browned to keep moisture.
- Finish with extra basil for aroma and color.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with extra lime wedges and steamed vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for a complete plate.
Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 480 |
|---|---|
| protein | 28 |
| carbs | 56 |
| fat | 14 |
| fiber | 2 |
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