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Easy Beef Krapow

Easy Beef Krapow
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Easy Beef Krapow is a flavorful and quick Thai street food-inspired dish featuring savory minced beef stir-fried with aromatic holy basil, garlic, and spicy fresh chilies, all glazed in a punchy combination of fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of sugar. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile and comforting recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and can be customized to your taste and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 400g lean ground beef
  • 1 cup fresh holy basil leaves (or Thai basil as a substitute)
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2–3 fresh red chilies, minced (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil (vegetable or canola)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Finely chop the garlic and fresh chilies. Rinse and pick the holy basil leaves from their stems. Measure out all sauces and sugar to streamline the cooking process.
  2. Sauté Garlic and Chilies: Heat oil over medium-high heat in a wok or large skillet. Add the minced garlic and chilies, stirring quickly to infuse the oil with their aroma without burning.
  3. Cook the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the pan and break it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked with no pink remaining.
  4. Season the Beef: Pour in the fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sprinkle sugar over the meat. Mix thoroughly and let it simmer for about 2 minutes so the sauces glaze the beef evenly.
  5. Add Holy Basil: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the fresh holy basil leaves. The residual heat will wilt the basil without overcooking its delicate flavor.
  6. Serve Immediately: Plate the Easy Beef Krapow over steamed jasmine rice or alongside a fried egg for an authentic Thai street food experience.

Notes

  • Use fresh holy basil for authentic flavor; avoid substitutes if possible.
  • Prepare all ingredients before cooking to ensure a smooth process.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook the beef in batches if needed to achieve proper browning.
  • Adjust chili quantity according to your preferred spice level.
  • Serve topped with a runny fried egg to add richness and balance spiciness.

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Keywords: Beef Krapow, Thai street food, holy basil, spicy stir-fry, quick dinner, weeknight meal, gluten free option

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