World Flavors Cookbook

Pad Krapow Moo Sab (Basil Pork)

The most popular lunch dish in Thailand — minced pork stir-fried with holy basil, garlic, and chilies, traditionally topped with a crispy fried egg.

Cuisine: Thailand

Ingredients

• 300g minced pork
• 1 cup holy basil leaves (Krapow)
• 5 cloves garlic, 5 bird's eye chilies (pounded)
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp dark soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 2 eggs (for frying)

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a wok. Fry the garlic and chili paste until fragrant.
2. Add minced pork and stir-fry until browned.
3. Add oyster sauce, soy sauces, and sugar. Toss well.
4. Add holy basil and stir for 30 seconds until wilted. Remove from heat.
5. In a separate pan, deep-fry the eggs until the edges are crispy and the yolk is runny.
6. Serve the pork over rice with the fried egg on top.