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Top-down image of Thai Basil Beef Stir-Fry served with jasmine rice on a white marble counter. The stir-fry features tender beef coated in a savory sauce, tossed with bell peppers, chilies, and fragrant Thai basil. A bold, flavorful dish perfect for a quick and easy Thai-inspired meal.

Thai Basil Beef Stir-Fry

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Thai Basil Beef Stir-Fry is a fast, flavorful dish featuring tender beef, fresh Thai basil, garlic, and chilies in a rich umami sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's perfect over steamed jasmine rice with a crispy fried egg.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 Thai bird’s eye chilies finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 cup Thai basil leaves loosely packed
  • 2 cups steamed jasmine rice for serving
  • 2 fried eggs for serving (optional)

Equipment

  • Wok or Large Skillet For high-heat stir-frying
  • Sharp Knife For thinly slicing the beef
  • Mixing Bowl For preparing the sauce

Method
 

  1. Thinly slice the beef against the grain and set aside. Mince the garlic, chop the chilies, and wash the Thai basil leaves.
  2. In a small bowl, mix oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
  3. Heat a wok or skillet over high heat. Add vegetable oil and swirl to coat the surface.
  4. Add the beef and sear for 1-2 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add garlic and chilies. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return the beef to the pan and pour in the sauce mixture. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes, allowing the beef to absorb the flavors.
  7. Turn off the heat and add the Thai basil leaves. Stir until just wilted.
  8. Serve immediately over steamed jasmine rice. Top with a fried egg if desired.

Notes

  • For a milder version, use fewer chilies or substitute with red pepper flakes.
  • To make it low-carb, serve over cauliflower rice or in lettuce wraps.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated on the stove for best results.

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