Thai Basil Beef (Pad Kra Pao) Recipe for Spicy Flavor - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 1 (450g) ground beef (or thinly sliced flank steak)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 Thai red chilies (sliced, adjust for spice level)
• ½ small onion (sliced, optional for sweetness)
• 1 red bell pepper (sliced, optional for color & crunch)
• 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves (or regular basil if unavailable)
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (light or low-sodium preferred)
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce (adds umami, but optional)
• 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce (for deep color, optional)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey (balances the flavors)
• ¼ cup water or beef broth
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
• Steamed jasmine rice
• Fried eggs (optional but traditional!)
• Extra Thai basil & red chilies (for garnish, optional)