Pad Krapao (Thai Basil Pork Stir-Fry)
Pad Krapao (Thai Basil Pork Stir-Fry) delivers a bold balance of heat, garlic, and peppery Thai basil wrapped in a glossy, umami-rich sauce. It’s quick and vibrant, perfect over steamed rice for a weeknight Dinner or as a crowd-pleasing share at casual gatherings. Expect a fragrant, fiery bite with hints of sweetness and depth from fish sauce and dark soy.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves3
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat oil in a wok over high heat.
- 2
Add garlic and chile peppers and cook until the garlic begins to brown.
- 3
Add pork and stir-fry until browned.
- 4
Pour in dark soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, and fish sauce.
- 5
Cook and stir until the liquid reduces by half.
- 6
Add chile paste, onion, and bell pepper.
- 7
Stir-fry until the pork is cooked through.
- 8
Stir in basil leaves and season with pepper.
- 9
Stir until everything is well combined.
- Calories 545.68 kcal High
- Protein 30.45 g Good Source
- Carbs 57.1 g Moderate
- Total Fat 21.05 g High
- Saturated Fat 3.72 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 67.46 mg High
- Sodium 3115.65 mg High
- Fiber 7.44 g Good Source
- Sugar 8.28 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 2.96 g Moderate
- Calcium 508.51 mg Good Source
- Iron 3.16 mg Moderate
- Potassium 817.57 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 344.82 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 64.54 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Soy 🌱
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅