Aromatic Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice
A Flavorful Delight with an Authentic Thai Twist
Enjoy this traditional Thai dish, combining aromatic herbs and spices to create a savory and comforting meal, perfect for any occasion.
- 45 min
- 4
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Pork
For the Vegetables
For the Rice
For the Sauce
Preparation
Preparing the Pork
Combine Pork and Sauces
In a bowl, combine ground pork with soy sauce and fish sauce.
Marinate the Pork
Marinate for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors infuse.
Cooking the Rice
Rinse Rice
Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Boil Rice
Combine rice and water in a pot and bring to a boil.
Simmer Rice
Cover, reduce to simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until water is absorbed.
⚠ Important: Do not lift the lid while cooking rice to ensure it's fluffy. 💡 Pro Tip: For extra fragrance, add a pandan leaf when cooking the rice.
Cooking Process
Stir-Frying the Pork
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, then add marinated pork and cook until browned.
Sautéing Vegetables
Add sliced onions, minced garlic, and chili peppers to the pan and sauté until soft.
Combining with Basil
Stir in Thai basil leaves and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they’re wilted.
Plating & Serving
Aromatic Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice
Aromatic Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice
Plating & Serving
Spoon jasmine rice onto a plate, top with aromatic Thai basil pork, and garnish with extra basil leaves for a beautiful presentation.