Ayam Goreng Daun Selasih Wangi & Pedas | Thai Basil Chicken Recipe

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories.

Thai basil leaves

🥗Healthier: sweet basil

💰Cheaper: regular basil

Sweet basil is more accessible and offers a similar flavor.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Mushroom sauce is vegan and lower in sodium.

bird's eye chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Jalapeño offers heat with more availability.

Marinate chicken with soy sauce and white pepper. Deep fry and keep aside.

Heat oil in a pan. Saute garlic and chilies till golden colour.

Add oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, fried chicken, water, salt and sugar. Stir well.

Once chicken is cooked, add basil leaves. Off the flame and combine well.

Optional, garnish with basil leaves that fried in oil.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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