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20 Minute Thai Basil Beef Rolls Recipe

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These 20 Minute Thai Basil Beef Rolls are a quick and flavorful meal featuring ground beef cooked with aromatic garlic, ginger, and Chinese five-spice, combined with tangy tamari and sweet Thai chili sauce. Wrapped in warm flour tortillas and topped with fresh herbs, crisp cucumber, and crunchy peanuts, these rolls are perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Beef Mixture

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (or chicken)
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger (or 1/4 cup candied ginger)
  • 1-3 teaspoons Chinese 5 spice
  • 1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Thai chili sauce (homemade recipe in notes)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (plus 1/4 cup for topping)

Toppings and Wraps

  • 4 Persian cucumbers, chopped
  • 2 cups cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Thai basil, chopped
  • 1/3 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • 8-10 flour tortillas, warmed
  • Chili paste, for serving
  • Toasted sesame oil, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the beef mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and black pepper. Break up the meat as it cooks until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the chopped garlic, grated ginger, and Chinese five spice; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Simmer with sauces: Pour in the tamari (or soy sauce) and sweet Thai chili sauce. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickly coats the beef. Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions, then remove from heat.
  3. Warm the tortillas: Place one tortilla at a time in the microwave for 15 seconds to make them pliable and easier to roll.
  4. Assemble the rolls: Spoon the warm beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with chopped cucumber, cilantro, Thai basil, the remaining green onions, and roasted peanuts.
  5. Roll the tortillas: Fold the tortilla over the filling, then fold in the sides and ends tightly. Roll the tortilla forward to fully enclose the filling. Repeat for all tortillas.
  6. Serve: Serve the beef rolls warm with extra soy sauce, chili paste, and toasted sesame oil for dipping. For a complete meal, serve alongside steamed rice.

Notes

  • For homemade Thai chili sauce, combine ingredients like red chilies, garlic, vinegar, sugar, and salt simmered until thickened.
  • You can substitute ground chicken for beef for a lighter option.
  • Adjust the amount of Chinese five spice according to your spice preference, starting with 1 teaspoon and increasing to 3 teaspoons for more flavor.
  • To keep tortillas warm while assembling, wrap them in a clean kitchen towel.
  • Adding a side of steamed jasmine rice makes this dish more filling for dinner.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Thai

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/20-minute-thai-basil-beef-rolls-recipe/