Thai Basil Beef

Step 1

In a small bowl combine chili paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar and lime juice until incorporated, set aside.Heat oil in a large skillet set over medium high heat

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon and stirring often, about 6 minutes.Add the bell pepper, onion and garlic to the beef and cook until vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes

Step 3

Pour the sauce mixture along with the fresh basil (reserving a fresh few leaves for the top) and continue cooking until basil starts to wilt

Step 4

Serve over rice topped with fresh basil and fresh cilantro

Step 5

Enjoy! Note: If using low sodium soy sauce, add ½ tsp salt to ground beef