🇹🇭 Thailand · Food
Pad Krapow Mu
By eatmundo · August 3, 2026
🇹🇭 THAn iconic Thai street food staple featuring fragrant holy basil and savory minced pork. It strikes a perfect balance between spicy, salty, and sweet.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Crush the garlic and bird's eye chilies together in a mortar and pestle until they form a coarse paste.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until it begins to shimmer.
- 3
Add the garlic-chili paste to the hot oil and sauté for 30 seconds until the aroma fills the kitchen, but be careful not to burn it.
- 4
Add 500g of minced pork and stir-fry, breaking up the meat with a spatula until it is cooked through and lightly browned.
- 5
Add the sliced long beans and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they are tender yet still have a slight crunch.
- 6
Stir in 3 tbsp of fish sauce and 1 tsp of palm sugar, tossing well to coat the pork evenly in the glaze.
- 7
Turn off the heat entirely and toss in 2 cups of fresh holy basil leaves; let the residual heat wilt them quickly.
- 8
Serve immediately over jasmine rice, ideally topped with a crispy fried egg.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Italian basil instead of holy basil?+
Italian basil has a sweeter, anise-like flavor profile that changes the dish's character; try to source Thai holy basil for the authentic peppery kick.
How do I make the egg crispy?+
Fry the egg in a generous amount of hot oil, basting the top with the bubbling oil until the edges turn lacy and brown.
Is the dish too spicy?+
The spice level depends on the chilies; use fewer if you prefer mild heat or remove the seeds before pounding them.
Can I use chicken instead of pork?+
Yes, minced chicken is a very popular and delicious alternative that works perfectly with this recipe.
