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Gai Pad Krapow (Thai Basil Chicken)

Thai Basil Chicken (“Pad Krapow Gai” or “Gai Pad Krapow”) is a classic Thai stir-fry where the amazing aroma of basil pairs so well with the savory sauce. Serve over steamed jasmine rice and top with a fried egg for the ultimate Thai comfort food; all ready in less than 20 minutes!

Total Time

30min

5.0

4 Ratings

Author: Wok & Skillet

Servings:

Ingredients

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1 Tbsp

Oyster Sauce

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2 tsp

Light Soy Sauce

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1 tsp

Dark Soy Sauce

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2 tsp

Palm Sugar

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2 tsp

Fish Sauce

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2 Tbsp

Cooking Oil

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3 cloves

Garlic , minced

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Small Shallot , thinly sliced

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1 lb

Ground Chicken

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1 cup

Fresh Thai Basil

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Red Bird's Eye Chili Pepper , sliced

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Eggs , fried

Cooking Instructions

Prepare the sauce by combining Oyster Sauce (1 Tbsp) , Light Soy Sauce (2 tsp) , Dark Soy Sauce (1 tsp) , Palm Sugar (2 tsp) and Fish Sauce (2 tsp) . Set aside.

Heat Cooking Oil (2 Tbsp) in a wok over medium high heat. Saute Garlic (3 cloves) and Shallot (1) until garlic is slightly brown on the edges.

Add the Ground Chicken (1 lb) to the wok and stir-fry until fully cooked, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in the sauce and toss until well combined.

Add the Fresh Thai Basil (1 cup) and stir-fry until the leaves have wilted.

Transfer the dish to a serving bowl and top with Red Bird's Eye Chili Pepper (2) .

Serve with steamed jasmine rice and Eggs (4) . Enjoy!

Nutrition Per Serving

CALORIES

319

FAT

21.4 g

PROTEIN

26.9 g

CARBS

4.9 g