Stir-Fried Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice
A fragrant and spicy Thai pork stir-fry infused with fresh basil leaves served over fluffy jasmine rice. This thai-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs grams ground pork, fresh Thai basil leaves, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 400 grams ground pork
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3, finely sliced bird’s eye chili
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1.5 cups water
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice in cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice and 1.5 cups water in a pot, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is fluffy.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 3 finely sliced bird’s eye chilies, stir-frying for 30 seconds until aromatic but not burnt.
- Step 3: Add 400 grams ground pork to the wok, breaking it apart with a spatula. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until pork is cooked through and starting to brown.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon white sugar. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the pork.
- Step 5: Turn off heat and fold in 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, stirring until wilted and fragrant.
- Step 6: Serve the spicy basil pork hot over the freshly steamed jasmine rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Stir-Fried Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep grams ground pork from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Stir-Fried Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Stir-Fried Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice?
Thai pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
