Feeling hungry but unsure what to eat? Stir-fried pork with holy basil (Pad Kra Pao Moo) is always a satisfying choice. This dish, a staple of Thai street food, offers a perfect combination of spiciness, the aroma of holy basil, and a rich, flavorful taste. It’s a dish you can enjoy every day without getting bored.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 200 grams of minced pork
- 3 cloves of Thai garlic
- 5 red chilies (Prik Jin Da)
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
Equipment:
- Frying pan
- Spatula
- Mortar
- Pestle
Instructions:
- Cut the pork tenderloin into thin slices.
- Pound the garlic and chilies together in a mortar until coarsely crushed.
- Heat the pan over medium heat, add oil, and stir-fry the pounded garlic and chilies until fragrant.
- Add the minced pork, breaking it apart in the pan. Add a little water and stir until evenly cooked.
- Season with oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sugar.
- Increase the heat, add the holy basil leaves, and stir-fry for a moment. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Both delicious and easy to prepare, stir-fried pork with holy basil is a signature dish that never gets boring, making it a popular choice for many. Having the ingredients for this dish readily available at home is essential, as it’s a quick and reliable meal option that guarantees satisfaction every time!
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