Description
The sizzling aroma of garlic and chilies in this dish brings me back to bustling street food stalls in Bangkok—fast, fragrant, and unforgettable. Spicy, savory, and laced with sweet basil, this classic Thai stir-fry comes together in minutes and tastes like it took hours. It’s comfort food with a kick.
Ingredients
2 tbsp peanut oil
¼ cup minced garlic
1 lb ground chicken breast
12 Thai chiles, thinly sliced (adjust for heat)
2 tsp black soy sauce
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 cup fresh basil leaves (Thai basil preferred)
Instructions
Heat peanut oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and Thai chiles, stir-fry until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Add ground chicken and cook, breaking it up until no longer pink.
Stir in black soy sauce and fish sauce, cooking for another 2–3 minutes.
Toss in basil leaves and stir just until wilted.
Serve hot with jasmine rice and a fried egg if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 28g