Steamed Thai Basil
Thai Thai - Steamed Dishes

Steamed Thai Basil

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 400g chicken breast, minced
  • • 1 cup Thai basil leaves
  • • 200ml coconut milk
  • • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • • 1 egg
  • • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 tsp palm sugar
  • • 2 kaffir lime leaves, shredded

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Pound the chicken with the red curry paste until smooth.

2
Phase 2

Whisk in coconut milk, egg, fish sauce, and palm sugar.

3
Phase 3

Fold in half the Thai basil leaves.

4
Phase 4

Spoon into banana leaf cups and steam for 20 minutes until set.

5
Phase 5

Scatter with the remaining basil and kaffir lime leaves.