Nat’s Thai Chicken Basil Recipe 🍲
Description: Nat’s Thai Chicken Basil is a delightful dish that perfectly captures the essence of Thai cuisine. With the bold flavors of basil, chili, garlic, and savory sauces, this recipe promises a culinary adventure reminiscent of your favorite Thai restaurant. Using a mortar and pestle is key to achieving the authentic taste that sets this dish apart. Remember, the strength of flavors in the ingredients may vary, so don’t hesitate to taste and adjust along the way to achieve that perfect balance of sweet and spicy.
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 | Boneless, skinless chicken breasts |
| 1 | Spanish onion |
| 1 | Green pepper |
| 1 | Head of broccoli |
| 1 | Cup of fresh basil leaves |
| 1 1/2 | Red chili |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 3 tbsp | Thai fish sauce |
| 3 tbsp | Soy sauce |
| 2 tbsp | Sugar |
| 1 | Lime |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 130.9
- Fat Content: 1.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 34.2mg
- Sodium Content: 1595.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 13.9g
- Fiber Content: 3.2g
- Sugar Content: 7.1g
- Protein Content: 17.5g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Flavor Base:
- In a mortar and pestle, combine 1 1/2 red chili (seeds removed for less heat), 1 minced garlic clove, 1 cup of fresh basil leaves, and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
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Pound and Mix:
- Pound the ingredients in the mortar and pestle until you achieve a smooth paste-like consistency.
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Add Sauces:
- To the mortar and pestle, add 3 tablespoons of Thai fish sauce, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, and juice from 1 lime. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
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Adjust the Flavor:
- Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You may want to add more sugar for sweetness or more lime juice for acidity.
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Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables:
- Heat a wok over high heat. Slice 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thin strips and add them to the hot wok. Stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through.
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Add Broccoli:
- Toss in the head of broccoli florets and stir-fry for about a minute until they begin to soften.
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Incorporate Onion and Pepper:
- Add 1 sliced Spanish onion and 1 sliced green pepper to the wok. Toss everything together and stir-fry for approximately 2 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Introduce the Flavor Base:
- Pour the sauce from the mortar and pestle into the wok, still maintaining high heat. Toss everything together for about a minute to ensure the flavors coat the chicken and vegetables evenly.
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Add Basil:
- Toss in the remaining 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves (roughly chopped) and stir-fry for just a minute until the basil begins to wilt.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove the wok from the heat and serve the Nat’s Thai Chicken Basil hot, accompanied by steamed rice.
This dish offers a tantalizing blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, making it a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying meal that transports you straight to Thailand with every bite! 🌶🍚
