Thai-Style Ground Beef and Rice with Fresh Green Leaves
A delightful Thai dish featuring ground beef, jasmine rice, and fresh herbs, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Make sure it's fresh for best flavor.
- 1 cup jasmine rice Rinse until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce Substitute with soy sauce if unavailable.
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves For garnish.
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped For garnish.
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped For garnish.
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil For additional flavor.
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the jasmine rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Cooking
- Sauté minced garlic and onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned; break it up with a spatula.
- Stir in chopped red chili pepper and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add soy sauce, fish sauce, and lime juice; mix well.
- Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Drizzle sesame oil over the mixture, then add the cooked rice and mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Plate and garnish with fresh basil, cilantro, and green onions.
Notes
Prep all ingredients before starting for a smoother cooking process. Taste as you go and adjust seasonings.