Thai Basil Beef Stir-Fry (Pad Krapow Neua)

A flavorful low-carb Thai dish featuring tender beef stir-fried with fresh basil, garlic, and chili peppers. Perfectly balanced with savory and spicy notes, served without rice to keep it low-carb.

Steps

1. Heat coconut oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. 2. Add minced garlic and sliced chili, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. 3. Add the sliced beef and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. 4. Stir in fish sauce, soy sauce, and erythritol. Mix well to coat the beef. 5. Add bell peppers if using and cook for another 1-2 minutes until slightly tender. 6. Turn off heat, then fold in fresh Thai basil leaves until wilted. 7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. 8. Serve immediately, enjoy your low-carb Thai beef stir-fry.

150g beef sirloin, thinly sliced 1 tbsp coconut oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small red chili, sliced 1 tbsp fish sauce 1 tsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 1 tsp erythritol or a pinch of stevia (optional, to balance flavors) 1/2 cup fresh Thai basil leaves 1/4 cup sliced bell peppers (optional) Salt and pepper to taste