A cornerstone of Thailand's vibrant street food scene, Pad Krapow Gai is lightning-fast, explosively savory, and wonderfully fiery. Ground chicken stir-fried with fresh garlic, Thai chilies, and lots of fresh basil.
20-Minute Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)
By Chef Emily Carter
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
3 servings
Calories
420 kcal
Cuisine
Thai
20-Minute Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)
Yield: 3 servings
Bold, fiery, and aromatic minced chicken stir-fried with fragrant Holy or Thai basil, garlic, and chilies, crowned with a crispy fried egg. Instant 5-star favorite!
🛒 Ingredients
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
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1
Pound garlic and chilies in a mortar and pestle.
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2
Stir-fry garlic-chili paste in smoking hot oil for 30 seconds.
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3
Add chicken and cook 4-5 minutes until done.
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4
Pour sauce mixture in, tossing rapidly for 2 minutes.
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5
Turn off heat; stir in fresh basil leaves until wilted.
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6
Serve over jasmine rice topped with a crispy fried egg with a runny yolk.
💡 Chef's Insider Tip:
Turn off heat before adding basil so the essential oils stay aromatic and don't turn bitter.
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
420
Calories
38g
Protein
12g
Carbs
24g
Fat
1g
Fiber
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