Thai Kitchen Creations: Homemade Thai Pad Kra Pao Recipe Tutorial

Thai Kitchen Creations: Homemade Thai Pad Kra Pao Recipe Tutorial

Embark on a culinary adventure with this flavorful Thai dish that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Thailand. Pad Kra Pao, also known as Thai Basil Chicken, is a beloved street food classic that combines aromatic basil with tender chicken and a savory sauce. Follow this step-by-step guide to recreate this authentic Thai dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2-3 Thai bird’s eye chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• Steamed jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
2. Add minced garlic and chopped chilies, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add sliced chicken and cook until no longer pink, breaking up any clumps.
4. Stir in oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Mix well.
5. Pour in chicken broth and let the sauce simmer and thicken slightly.
6. Add Thai basil leaves and toss until wilted.
7. Remove from heat and serve hot over steamed jasmine rice.

Cooking Tips:

• For an extra kick of heat, add more Thai bird’s eye chilies.
• Use fresh Thai basil for an authentic flavor, but Italian basil can be a substitute.
• Adjust the sauce seasonings to suit your taste preferences.

Duration:

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes

Serving Size:

This recipe serves 4 people.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fat: 16g
• Fiber: 1g

Difficulty Level:

Easy

Tags:

Thai, Chicken, Basil, Stir-Fry, Quick, Easy

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