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Close-up of Thai Basil Beef Rolls served over rice, garnished with fresh herbs and lime wedges.

Thai Basil Beef Rolls

These Thai basil beef rolls are a flavorful and quick meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
For Serving
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • Cooked rice for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the ground beef, soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef mixture and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chopped fresh basil and cilantro during the last minute of cooking.
  4. Serve the Thai basil beef mixture over cooked rice. Garnish with lime wedges.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference. This dish is also delicious served in lettuce cups.

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