A real Thai classic Pad Krapao ( which means basil stir-fry) topped with, or served over, a crispy fried egg with a slightly runny yolk.
This dish is also quick and delicious to make at home – the only ingredient you may struggle to find outside of Asia is holy basil – at a push you could use sweet basil instead.
Pad krapao is usually made using either chicken or pork, but beef or even seafood like squid could also be used.
Holy Basil Seasoning Paste (Lobo)
Preparation:
- Water 1 table spoon
- Chicken, Beef or other meat sliced into pieces 250 g.
- Lemongrass, sliced into pieces
- Vegetable Oil 1 table spoon
- Skillet
Directions:
Submerge the packet in hot water for 1 min, Cut open, the paste will come out easily.
1. Slice or chop 250 g. beef, chicken or other meats
2. Heat a skillet and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
3. When the skillet is hot, add the meat and contents of this packet together with 1 tablespoon water.
Stir-fry until done and serve.