Thai Basil and Garlic Stir Fry

This dish is a beloved favorite of Thailand’s vibrant street food scene, found in nearly every bustling market. As you walk by vendor stalls, you can smell the intense aroma of sizzling chili and garlic in a hot wok that will make your mouth water. 

Traditionally, this dish is made with fresh holy basil leaves which can be found in most Asian markets in the U.S. If you can’t find holy basil, you can substitute with fresh Thai basil. Serve with a fried egg and Nam Pla Prik, a Thai condiment made from fish sauce, lime juice, garlic and chilis.

Author

Watcharee Limanon

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Servings

2

Category

Dinner

Cuisine

Authentic Thai

Ingredients

• 1/3 bottle Watcharee’s Thai Basil & Garlic Sauce
• ½ medium onion, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, julienned
• ½ lb. ground turkey
• ½ cup chicken stock, vegetable stock or water
• 1-2 tbs oil
• ½ cup fresh holy basil leaves (optional)

Directions

1. Heat oil in a wok or a pan over medium heat.
2. Add onion and cook until translucent.
3. Add ground turkey and stir for 3-5 minutes.
4. Add chicken stock and bring to a boil.
5. Add bell pepper and stir until cooked through.
6. Bring it to high heat, add Watcharee’s Thai Basil and Garlic, fresh basil (optional), stir and turn off the heat.
7. Serve with fried egg and Thai fish sauce with garlic and chili, fish sauce with chilis (Nam Pla Prik)