Keto Thai Basil Beef (Pad Krapow) – Low Carb Thai Street Food

Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.

For this step: 2 tbsp avocado oil or coconut oil

Add garlic and chilies; sauté until fragrant (30 seconds).

For this step: 5 cloves garlic (minced), 2-3 red Thai chilies (chopped (adjust to taste))

Add onion and cook until softened.

For this step: 1 small onion (sliced)

Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned.

For this step: 1 lb ground beef (or chicken/pork/turkey)

Stir in soy sauce, fish sauce, sweetener, and water/broth; simmer 2–3 minutes.

For this step: 2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tsp erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, 1/4 cup water or beef broth

Toss in basil leaves, stir until wilted, and remove from heat.

For this step: 1 1/2 cups fresh Thai basil leaves (or sweet basil)

Serve hot over cauliflower rice with a fried egg on top if desired.

For this step: 4 cups cooked cauliflower rice, 4 fried eggs (for serving)