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Thai Basil Brussels Sprouts Stir-Fry

VEGETABLES

Main over Rice | 18 minutes | Serves 2

Craving pad kra pao but out of holy basil? Cabera Brussels sprouts soak up Thai flavors like little green sponges. Roasted for char, stir-fried with ground chicken, fish sauce heat, and a chili kick—this is takeout-level Thai in your kitchen, no basil required.

Cabera frozen Brussels sprout halves roast straight from the bag into crispy-edged flavor bombs. Chicken cooks in 5 minutes, sauce clings, dinner’s done. Serve over jasmine rice—weeknight Thailand in 18 minutes.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • 300 g Cabera Frozen Brussels Sprouts – Straight from freezer; no prep.

  • 200 g Chicken – Thigh for juiciness; turkey or pork swaps easy.

  • 30 ml Fish Sauce – Plus handful Thai basil (or Italian + boost below).

  • 1 Chili Pepper – Bird’s eye for heat; mild jalapeño for gentle.

🥉 Pantry Boost (No greens? No panic!) Add one to Italian basil or skip greens entirely:

  • ⅛ tsp ground star anise → anise punch

  • ¼ tsp ground Sichuan pepper → tingly heat

  • Pinch dried oregano + red chili flakes → bold herb kick

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Roast Brussels (Oven Char – 12 Minutes)

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)—line tray with parchment.

  1. Spread 300 g frozen Cabera Brussels.

  2. Roast 12 minutes—no oil, no flip. Edges blacken, centers tenderize.

Char = Thai soul. Pull early if you like bite.

Step 2: Stir-Fry Protein (Wok Lightning – 5 Minutes)

  1. Heat wok over high. Add 200 g chicken—no oil (fat renders).

  2. Cook 3 minutes until no pink.

  3. Add 30 ml fish sauce + slivered chili. Sizzle 2 minutes—sauce reduces, chicken browns.

High heat, no crowding: Builds flavor fast.

Step 3: Combine & Finish (1-Minute Magic)

  1. Toss in roasted Brussels + Thai basil (or Italian + pantry boost).

  2. Stir-fry 1 minute—leaves wilt, sauce coats, aromas explode.

Basil last: Keeps it fresh, not stewed.

Serve It Up: Street Food Vibes

Spoon over steaming jasmine rice. Top with fried egg for pad kra pao realness (optional 2-minute fry). Lime wedge on side—squeeze for brightness.

Total time? 18 minutes. Total dishes? One tray, one wok, pure satisfaction.

Final Thoughts: Thai Night, Zero Stress

Thai Basil Brussels Stir-Fry proves Cabera sprouts can channel Bangkok. Roast while you stir-fry, sauce does the heavy lifting, rice waits patiently. Make it your Friday fakeaway.

No oven? Air fry 190°C for 10 minutes. Vegan? Swap chicken for crumbled tofu, fish sauce for soy + mushroom powder.

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