Thai Basil Beef with Chili and Fried Egg (Pad Krapow Neua)

Name: Thai Basil Beef with Chili and Fried Egg (Pad Krapow Neua)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 600 g Sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain; 100 g Fresh Thai basil, leaves picked; 6 cloves Garlic, minced; 4 pieces Thai bird's eye chilies, thinly sliced (more or less to taste); 2 medium Shallots, thinly sliced; 3 tbsp Fish sauce; 2 tbsp Light soy sauce; 1 tbsp Oyster sauce; 1 tsp Palm sugar (or brown sugar); 3 tbsp Vegetable oil, divided; 4 pieces Large eggs; 400 g Jasmine rice (uncooked)

Difficulty

easy

Time

40m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Experience one of Thailand's most beloved street food dishes, Pad Krapow Neua, which is guaranteed to transport you to a world of exotic flavors! This quick and delicious meal features thinly sliced beef, fresh Thai basil, fiery chilies, and garlic, all stir-fried in a rich, savory-sweet sauce. Served with a crispy fried egg on top and fragrant jasmine rice, it's a complete culinary delight. It's the perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner when you're craving something truly special.

Steps

Rice and Prep

Cook the jasmine rice according to package instructions. Meanwhile, prepare your ingredients: thinly slice the beef, mince the garlic and chilies, slice the shallots, and pick the basil leaves. In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and palm sugar for the sauce.

Fry Eggs

Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the eggs one by one until the whites are crispy and the yolks are still runny. Set the cooked eggs aside.

Stir-fry Beef

Add 2 tbsp of vegetable oil to the same skillet or wok and heat over high heat. Add the minced garlic, chilies, and sliced shallots, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the thinly sliced beef and stir-fry quickly for about 2-3 minutes until just cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.

Sauce and Basil

Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and toss to combine. Add the Thai basil leaves and stir-fry for another 30 seconds until the basil just wilts. Taste and adjust seasoning with more fish sauce or sugar if needed.

Serve

Serve the Pad Krapow Neua immediately with the freshly cooked jasmine rice, topping each portion with a fried egg.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250g
Calories	230 kcal	575 kcal
Protein	17g	42.5g
Fat	12g	30g
Carbohydrate	13g	32.5g
Fiber	1g	2.5g
Sugar	2g	5g

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Thai Basil Beef with Chili and Fried Egg (Pad Krapow Neua)

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Steps

Rice and Prep

Fry Eggs

Stir-fry Beef

Sauce and Basil

Serve

Extra Tips

► It's easier to slice the beef thinly if it's partially frozen.

► For a more intense flavor, crush the chilies and garlic in a mortar and pestle.

► Avoid overcooking the beef to keep it tender and juicy.

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