Authentic Thai Recipe for Kraprow Gai | ผัดกระเพราไก่ | Basil & Chili Stir Fry with Chicken

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Tofu is a plant-based option, while turkey is often less expensive.

Thai basil leaves

🥗Healthier: regular basil

💰Cheaper: spinach

Regular basil is easier to find, and spinach can add a similar texture.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Mushroom sauce is a vegetarian alternative, while soy sauce is more widely available.

bird's eye chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Jalapeño offers a milder heat, while red pepper flakes are often more affordable.

Chop the chicken thighs, including the bone, into 1 inch cubes.

Fry the crushed chilies and garlic together in oil for about seconds.

Add the chicken and stir it into the chili and garlic. Fry until the chicken is cooked very well, stir continuously.

Add the onion to the pan, let it cook, then add light soy sauce, dark sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Cook until the sugar melts.

Add the green beans and stir fry for about another minute. Then add just a little water. Add the mild red chili and baby corns to the pan and stir fry for about 30 seconds.

Remove from the heat and toss in the basil. Serve immediately with steamed rice.

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