Basil Ground Beef
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 423kcal
Basil, the ultimate herb of summer, is the star in this collection of recipes, with a dish for every occasion and mood! While many immediately think of the classic caprese salad when they hear "basil," this versatile herb can do so much more. Basil pairs beautifully with a wide range of ingredients, including tomatoes, garlic, lemon, and even strawberries. Try this Thai Basil Beef recipe.
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Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
- 5 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 3 jalapenos seeded and thinly sliced, divided
- 1 ¼ pounds lean ground beef
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 3 Tablespoons lime juice fresh squeezed
- 1 Tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 1/4 teaspoons brown sugar
- Salt and pepper
- Lime wedges for serving
- Rice for serving
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package directions.
- Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet or wok over high heat. Add garlic and half the jalapenos and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking up with spoon and pressing firmly to help brown, until fully cooked and crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Add broth and basil leaves. Cook until basil has wilted, about 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl combine lime juice, soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves, then add it to the beef mixture and toss to combine.
- Serve beef over rice, topped with scallions and remaining jalapeno. Garnish with additional lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition
Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 556mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3240IU | Vitamin C: 8.7mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 3.5mg