Thai Basil Beef

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender beef, aromatic Thai basil, and a savory sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Thai

Keyword: basil, beef, quick meal, Stir-Fry

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 25

Servings: servings

Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

For the Beef Marinade

1 pound flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium recommended
1 tablespoon cornstarch for tenderness
1 tablespoon vegetable oil for marinating

For the Stir-Fry

2 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking
4 cloves garlic minced
2 Thai chili peppers sliced adjust for spice preference
1 bell pepper sliced any color
1 cup snap peas trimmed
1 cup Thai basil leaves fresh

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium recommended
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon sugar to balance flavors

Instructions

Prepare the Beef Marinade

In a bowl, combine the sliced flank steak, soy sauce, cornstarch, and vegetable oil. Mix well to coat the beef evenly. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes to enhance the flavor and tenderness.

Prepare the Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.

Stir-Fry the Beef

Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Once the oil is hot, add the marinated beef in a single layer. Let it sear for about 1-2 minutes without stirring to develop a nice crust.
Stir-fry the beef for an additional 2-3 minutes until it is browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.

Stir-Fry the Vegetables

In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sliced Thai chili peppers. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the sliced bell pepper and snap peas. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Combine and Finish

Return the cooked beef to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and toss everything together to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Add the fresh Thai basil leaves and stir until wilted. Remove from heat.

Serve

Serve the Thai basil beef hot over steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles. Enjoy your delicious meal!

Notes

For best results, use fresh Thai basil, which has a distinct flavor that complements the dish. Adjust the amount of chili peppers based on your spice tolerance.

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