Thai-inspired · rice plate
Thai Basil Pork with Rice
Ground pork, chiles, garlic, and basil cook quickly in a savory sauce served beside white rice.
Total time25 min
Hands-on20 min
Cleanuplow
Serves4
Cook
Make dinner
- 01
Cook pork in oil over high heat, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and 160°F.
- 02
Add garlic and chile and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
- 03
Add tamari and brown sugar and toss until glossy.
- 04
Fold in basil until wilted and serve immediately with rice.
Make it work
Useful swaps
- Use ground chicken and cook to 165°F.
- Use regular basil when Thai basil is unavailable.
Why this is a good weeknight call
It keeps the cleanup to one main pan. The ingredient list stays focused, and the recipe has a clear stopping point instead of extra optional projects.
