- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 350 kcal
Quick summary
“Pad Krapow is a delicious recipe of ground meat mixed with bell pepper, sauces, and basil, served over jasmine rice. It's a combination of flavors that captivates the palate, being a great option for a quick and nutritious meal.”
What you need to know
- Practical and quick to prepare, ideal for busy times.
- Combination of flavors that captivates the palates.
- Served over jasmine rice, providing a complete and nutritious dish.
- Easily adaptable for different flavor preferences and meat types.
- Soy sauce is optional, allowing for a healthier version.
Ingredients
Main
- 500g of ground meat (preferably chicken or pork)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 pimentão vermelho cortado em tiras
- 4 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 1 bunch of fresh basil
- Steamed jasmine rice to accompany
Instructions
Principal
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Adicione o alho picado e refogue até dourar levemente.
- Include the ground beef and cook until it is fully browned.
- Add the bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar.
- Pour this mixture over the meat and stir well.
- Add the basil leaves at the end and cook for 1 more minute.
- Serve immediately over hot jasmine rice.
Chef's tips
- To prevent the meat from overcooking, stir it frequently.
- Add the basil leaves at the end to preserve the color and flavor.
- For a healthier version, use a little less brown sugar or do not add it.
Variations
- For a sweeter version, add a little extra brown sugar to the soy sauce.
- For a saltier version, increase the amount of brown sugar or add salt.
- For a healthier version, substitute the vegetable oil with coconut oil.
Substitutions
- Replace the red bell pepper with white bell pepper for a less spicy version.
- Replace ground beef with dried meat, like filet mignon, for a milder flavor.
- Replace jasmine rice with brown rice for a healthier version.
How to store
Pad Krapow is best when served immediately. To store properly, place in a hermetic box and store at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Can it be frozen?
Do not freeze. Soy sauce can cook and alter the flavor of the dish. If you cook the dish before freezing, it may overcook and lose flavor.
What to serve with
- Serve the Pad Krapow with hot jasmine rice to complete the dish.
- For a healthier version, serve with a salad of green leaves and chopped fruits.
- For a more caloric version, serve with brown rice and fish.
Frequently asked questions
How can I make the healthier version?
Replace the ground meat with carne seca, use soy sauce instead of fish sauce, and add less brown sugar.
What can I use instead of vegetable oil?
You can use coconut oil, sunflower oil, or even water to cook the meat.
What do I do if I forget to add the basil?
If you forget to add the basil, the dish will still be delicious, but without the characteristic color and flavor of Pad Krapow.
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