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Thai Basil Beef Rice Bowls

Savory Thai basil beef with peppers and jasmine rice for a fast, fragrant dinner. This complete, practical recipe is designed for reliable home cooking.

30 minutesCooking Time
MediumDifficulty
4 servingsServings
Thai-InspiredBeefRice BowlStir-FryBasilQuick Dinner
Thai Basil Beef Rice Bowls

Ingredients

For the Recipe

  • 450 g ground beef
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 shallot, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup Thai basil
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • Cucumber and lime

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Whisk the oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and water.

Thai Basil Beef Rice Bowls step 1

Step 2

Stir-fry shallot, garlic, and bell pepper for 2–3 minutes.

Thai Basil Beef Rice Bowls step 2

Step 3

Add beef and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned.

Thai Basil Beef Rice Bowls step 3

Step 4

Pour in sauce and toss until glossy.

Thai Basil Beef Rice Bowls step 4

Step 5

Fold in basil until wilted; serve over rice with cucumber and lime.

Thai Basil Beef Rice Bowls step 5

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