Jun 04 2026
RestaurantsBai Tong Thai RestaurantPad Gra Paow Recipe

Pad Gra Paow Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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. 1

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Mince the garlic, slice the red chili and bell pepper, and wash the Thai basil leaves.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Stir-fry the Aromatics

    Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced red chili, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  2. 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.

  3. 5

    Add Vegetables

    Stir in the sliced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are tender.

  4. 6

    Combine with Sauce

    Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked mixture and stir well to combine, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.

  5. 7

    Finish with Basil

    Remove the pan from heat and fold in the Thai basil leaves until just wilted.

  6. 8

    Serve

    Serve the Pad Gra Paow over a bed of cooked jasmine rice.

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