Thai Basil Beef Rice Bowls

 Thai basil beef rice bowls are quick, savory, and fragrant. A hot pan helps the beef brown fast while basil adds a fresh finish.

Recipe Snapshot

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 12 minutes
• Serves: 4
• Best for: fast dinners, rice bowls, bold herbs

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 small chile, sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup basil leaves

Method

1. Cook beef in a hot skillet until browned.
2. Add garlic and chile and stir quickly.
3. Mix in soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar.
4. Cook until the sauce clings to the beef.
5. Fold in basil and serve over rice.

Kitchen Notes

Add the basil at the very end so it wilts without losing its aroma.

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