28/06/2025

Make this EASY pad kra pao in just 15 MINUTES!

Pad kra pao is one of Thailand's most popular dishes, it's also super easy to make and cheap as chips! This isn't an authentic recipe as it's missing the holy basil, but it is very very good. Pad kra pao is a prime example that with just a few simple ingredients, you can make something super tasty that's also good value for money.

To make my pad kra pao you will need:

(feeds 2-3 people)

  • 500g pork mince

  • 5 garlic cloves

  • 4 red birdseye chillis

  • 1 tbsp fish sauce

  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce

  • 1 tbsp dark soy

  • 1 tbsp light soy

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 1/2 tsp MSG

  • A big handful of holy basil (Thai basil if you can't get it but NOT Italian basil)

Serve with rice and a crispy fried egg

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