Pad Ga Pow
Experience the bold and irresistible flavors of Thailand with this authentic Pad Ga Pow recipe, a stir-fried Thai basil dish that’s savory, slightly spicy, and incredibly fragrant. Made with your choice of ground chicken, pork, or beef, this quick and easy dish features aromatic garlic and fiery red chilies balanced with a rich combination of oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and a hint of sweetness. Fresh Thai basil leaves give it an iconic herbal burst, tying all the flavors together. Serve it over a bed of steamed jasmine rice and consider adding a crispy fried egg on top for a traditional and satisfying touch. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, this Thai street food staple is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering restaurant-quality flavor in every bite. Keywords: Thai basil stir-fry, Pad Ga Pow, easy Thai recipes, quick weeknight meals, spicy Thai dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams ground chicken (or pork/beef)
- 1 cup Thai basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 pieces red chilies (Thai bird's eye or similar)
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cups steamed jasmine rice (for serving)
- 1 piece egg (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Peel the garlic cloves and finely chop them. Slice the red chilies into thin pieces. Adjust the number of chilies according to your preferred heat level.
Heat a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Add the chopped garlic and chili slices to the hot oil. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until aromatic, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Increase the heat to high and add the ground chicken. Stir-fry, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until it is cooked through and no longer pink (about 5–6 minutes).
Add the oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar to the pan. Stir to coat the meat evenly.
Pour in the water and stir-fry for another 1–2 minutes to combine all the flavors.
Turn off the heat and add the Thai basil leaves. Toss them into the hot stir-fried meat until they wilt slightly.
Serve the Pad Ga Pow over steamed jasmine rice. Optionally, top with a fried egg for an authentic touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1590 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.7 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 2996 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.4 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 85.8 g | 172% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 636 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 31.8 mg | 177% | |
| Potassium | 2223 mg | 47% | |
*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.
