Pad Gra Paow Recipe
Savor the vibrant flavors of Pad Gra Paow, a classic Thai stir-fry that brings together tender morsels of meat, fresh basil leaves, and a hint of chili heat. This aromatic dish is perfectly balanced with a savory sauce, served over a bed of fragrant jasmine rice, making each bite a delightful explosion of taste that will transport your senses straight to the streets of Thailand.
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Ingredients
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Sauce
Main
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Ingredients
Mince the garlic, slice the red chili and bell pepper, and wash the Thai basil leaves.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Add the Ground Meat
Add the ground meat to the pan and cook, breaking it apart, until it is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Stir in the sliced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are tender.
- 6
Combine with Sauce
Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked mixture and stir well to combine, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- 7
Finish with Basil
Remove the pan from heat and fold in the Thai basil leaves until just wilted.
- 8
Serve
Serve the Pad Gra Paow over a bed of cooked jasmine rice.

