Pad Phet Chicken Recipe
Pad Phet Chicken is a Thai stir-fry dish featuring chicken breast, vegetables, and a spicy chili paste. Typically, it is known for its bold flavors and aromatic herbs like Thai basil, making it a vibrant and satisfying meal. Here's how to make it at home.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Chili Paste
Method
Chili Paste Preparation
Make the Chili Paste
In a food processor, combine soaked dried red chilies, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, and sugar. Blend until smooth. Set aside.
Cooking
Cook the Rice
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions and keep warm.
Stir-Fry the Chicken
In a large wok or skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Vegetables
Add the snow peas, bamboo shoots, wild ginger, and crushed peppercorns to the wok. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Combine with Chili Paste
Add the prepared chili paste and Thai basil leaves to the wok. Stir everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until well combined and heated through.
Serving
Serve
Serve the stir-fry over a bed of steamed jasmine rice. Enjoy!