Description
A quick and flavorful basil stir fry that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. This dish combines fresh basil with your choice of protein and vegetables for a healthy and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound protein (chicken, beef, tofu, or shrimp)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil in a wok or large pan over high heat.
- Add protein and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic, bell pepper, and onion. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Return the protein to the pan.
- Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Toss in basil leaves and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Serve hot with rice.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sauce to your taste.
- Add chili if you prefer a spicy version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: basil stir fry, quick dinner, healthy stir fry