Chicken with Holy Basil

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Chicken with Holy Basil

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Dive into the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Chicken with Holy Basil recipe. Tender chicken breast is stir-fried with aromatic garlic and fiery bird's eye chilies, all brought together by a savory sauce that includes fish sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce. Topped with fragrant holy basil leaves, this dish is a delightful harmony of taste and texture. Traditionally known as 'Pad Krapow Gai,' this dish is a favorite street food in Thailand, often served with a side of jasmine rice and a fried egg, making it a complete and satisfying meal.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons
Sugar
1 teaspoon
Soy sauce
1 tablespoon
Oyster sauce
1 tablespoon
Fish sauce
1 tablespoon
Bird's eye chili
2, sliced (adjust to taste)
Garlic
3 cloves, minced
Holy basil leaves
1 cup, packed
Chicken breast
1 pound, thinly sliced
Cooked jasmine rice
for serving
Egg (optional)
1, fried (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sliced bird's eye chili to the hot oil. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add the sliced chicken breast to the wok and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the fish sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sugar until well combined.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the wok with the chicken and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
  6. Add the holy basil leaves to the wok and stir-fry for another minute, until the leaves are wilted but still vibrant.
  7. Remove from heat and serve hot over a bed of steamed jasmine rice.
  8. If desired, top with a fried egg for an extra touch of authenticity and richness.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 35g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 2g

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