Spicy Basil Beef (Pad Krapow Moo)

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Sugar (1 teaspoon)
• Oyster sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Fish sauce (1 tablespoon)
• Soy sauce (1 tablespoon)
• Fresh basil leaves (1 cup, packed)
• Bell pepper (1, sliced (any color))
• Onion (1, sliced)
• Thai bird's eye chili (4, minced (adjust to taste))
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Beef sirloin (1 pound, thinly sliced against the grain)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved and set aside.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
3. Add the minced garlic and sliced Thai bird's eye chili to the hot oil. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Add the thinly sliced beef to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned and cooked through.
5. Incorporate the sliced onion and bell pepper, stirring continuously for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but still crisp.
6. Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables, tossing everything to coat evenly. Stir-fry for an additional 1 minute until heated through.
7. Remove from heat and gently fold in the fresh basil leaves, allowing them to wilt slightly.
8. Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice or alongside noodles for a complete meal.