Spicy Thai Basil Beef
Transform your dinner routine with the bold, vibrant flavors of Spicy Thai Basil Beef, a quick and satisfying stir-fry bursting with authentic Thai aromas. Tender strips of sirloin or flank steak are seared to perfection and infused with the fiery heat of Thai bird’s eye chilies, fragrant garlic, and the signature sweetness and umami of a perfectly balanced soy, oyster, and fish sauce blend. Crisp bell peppers, slivers of onion, and a generous handful of fresh Thai basil leaves bring vibrant color and an irresistible herbal aroma to this dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this restaurant-quality Thai basil beef pairs beautifully with steamed jasmine rice, making it a crowd-pleasing dinner that’s both easy and packed with flavor. Perfect for spice lovers and fans of fast, flavorful meals, this one-pan wonder is a must-try for your next weeknight dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef (sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pieces Thai bird's eye chilies, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium bell pepper (red or green), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 cups steamed jasmine rice (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare all ingredients: Slice the beef thinly against the grain, mince the garlic, chop the chilies, and slice the onion and bell pepper.
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and water. Set aside.
Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Add the minced garlic and chopped chilies to the pan and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the beef slices to the hot pan and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned but still tender.
Add the sliced onion and bell pepper to the pan and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but still crisp.
Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and toss everything together to coat. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and everything is well combined.
Turn off the heat and immediately stir in the Thai basil leaves. Toss until the basil is wilted and fragrant.
Serve the Spicy Thai Basil Beef over steamed jasmine rice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
552 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.7 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1116 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 629 mg | 13% | |
*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.
