Spicy Thai Basil Turkey

By pikassob

Classic Basil THai Beef recipe replaced with poultry.

Ingredients

• 3 t fish sauce
• 1 t soy sauce
• 1 t lime juice
• 1 t brown sugar
• 1 t cooking oil (canola works fine)
• 2 large cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 1-2 thai chilies, finely chopped (jalapeños or serranos will work as well)
• 1 lb ground sirloin
• 1/2 lb fresh green beans (cut into 1″ pieces)
• 1/2 c red bell pepper strips
• 1 c thai or sweet basil (loosely packed)
• 2 c cooked rice

Details

Adapted from dishmaps.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice and brown sugar. Set aside. Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok and add the garlic. Cook over medium high heat for about a few seconds, then add the chilies and cook for about a minute or so.

2. Add the ground beef to the garlic & chilies. Break up the meat with your spoon as it cooks, taking care to brown completely. Once browned, add the green beans and bell pepper strips, and cook for about 2-3 minutes, until tender. Add the sauce and mix until completely incorporated. Cook for about 30-60 seconds and remove from heat. Finally, add the basil and mix well.

3. Serve over cooked brown or white rice. Garnish with a couple extra sprigs of basil and some lime wedges if you like, and enjoy!