Ground Chicken Stir Fried with Basil Kai Pad Bai Kaprow
Savor the bold and aromatic flavors of Thailand with this Ground Chicken Stir-Fried with Basil, also known as Kai Pad Bai Kaprow. Bursting with the perfect balance of heat, savoriness, and a touch of sweetness, this classic Thai dish features ground chicken stir-fried with garlic, fiery bird's eye chilies, and infused with fragrant holy basil leaves. A savory sauce blend of oyster sauce, soy sauce, and fish sauce brings depth of flavor, while the quick cooking method ensures the ingredients maintain their vibrant freshness. Served over a bed of steamed jasmine rice, this 25-minute recipe is an irresistibly delicious and authentic weeknight dinner that’s sure to impress. Perfect for lovers of spicy, aromatic Thai street food, this easy recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 5 pieces Bird's eye chilies
- 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 cup Holy basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 4 servings Steamed jasmine rice (for serving)
Instructions
Finely chop the garlic cloves and bird's eye chilies together to create a paste. Adjust the number of chilies depending on your preferred spice level.
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the garlic and chili paste to the pan. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
Add the ground chicken to the pan. Break it up with a spatula or wooden spoon and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
In a small bowl, mix together oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and water to create the stir-fry sauce.
Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked chicken and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Add the holy basil leaves to the pan and toss quickly for 30 seconds until wilted. Remove the pan from heat immediately to preserve the aroma of the basil.
Serve the stir-fried chicken with freshly steamed jasmine rice on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.4 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 767 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 555 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
