Pad Kra Pao (Basil Mince Stir-Fry)

Spicy garlic-chilli mince with basil, served over rice with a fried egg.

Thai · RR Moderate · 20 min · Serves 3

Ingredients

  • 400 g beef, chicken or pork mince
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 chillies
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 handful basil
  • 3 eggs, fried (optional)
  • 1 tbsp oil

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Method

  1. Pound or chop the garlic and chilli together.
  2. Fry them in oil for 30 seconds, then add the mince and break it up as it browns.
  3. Add soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar and a splash of water. Cook 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the basil and serve on rice, topped with a crispy fried egg.

Cheaper swaps & tips

  • Soya mince works well here and costs much less.