Spicy Thai Basil Beef Stir-Fry: 30-Minute Flavor Bliss
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A quick and flavorful Thai-inspired stir-fry featuring tender beef and aromatic basil, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
- Author: Ethan Hayes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Low Fat
- 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- In a bowl, toss the beef slices with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until browned, about 2-3 minutes. Remove beef from the wok and set aside.
- Add minced garlic and sliced chili (if using) to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, oyster sauce, sugar, and sesame oil.
- Return the beef to the wok. Pour the sauce over the beef and stir to coat.
- Add the Thai basil leaves and toss until just wilted, about 1 minute.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more chili or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute other leafy greens like spinach or bok choy if Thai basil is unavailable.
- Serve with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg