Stir-Fried Pork with Lemongrass and Holy Basil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

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A fragrant stir-fry featuring tender pork strips, fresh lemongrass, and aromatic holy basil, served over steamed rice. This Lao-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, lemongrass, holy basil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Lao cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz pork shoulder
3 stalks lemongrass
1 cup holy basil
2 cloves garlic
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 tsp palm sugar
1 tbsp neutral oil
2 cups cooked white rice

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Instructions

Step 1: Trim excess fat from pork shoulder and cut into 1/4-inch thick strips. Finely mince 2 lemongrass stalks (discard tough outer layers), then set aside. Mince 2 garlic cloves.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add pork strips and stir-fry for 5 minutes until lightly browned; remove and set aside.
Step 3: Add remaining 1 minced lemongrass stalk and minced garlic to skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 2 tbsp fish sauce and 1 tsp palm sugar until dissolved, about 30 seconds.
Step 4: Return pork to skillet with 1 cup packed holy basil. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes until basil wilts and pork is fully coated. Serve immediately over 2 cups cooked white rice.