A flavorful and healthy recipe for Thai Basil Beef Rolls, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
Author:Adriana Rose
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Thai
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
8 large lettuce leaves (such as romaine or butter lettuce)
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup sliced cucumbers
1 tablespoon lime juice
Chili sauce for serving (optional)
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce is well combined and the beef is fully cooked.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh Thai basil leaves until wilted.
To assemble the rolls, lay a lettuce leaf flat on a plate. Spoon a portion of the beef mixture onto the leaf, then top with shredded carrots and sliced cucumbers.
Drizzle with lime juice and roll the lettuce leaf around the filling, securing it as you go. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Serve immediately with chili sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, or use tofu for a vegetarian version.