Savory Thai Basil Beef Rolls

For the filling:

400g (1 lb) ground beef (or chicken/turkey) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1–2 Thai red chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste) 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp fish sauce 1 tsp brown sugar or honey 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional) 1 tsp sesame oil 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves

For the rolls:

Lettuce leaves (butter lettuce or iceberg) or rice paper wrappers Julienned carrots Sliced cucumbers Thin bell pepper strips 🔪 Instructions Cook the beef Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart (5–6 minutes). Add aromatics Stir in garlic, ginger, and chilies. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Build flavor Add soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Stir well and cook another 2–3 minutes. Finish with basil Turn off heat and fold in Thai basil until wilted. Drizzle sesame oil. Assemble rolls Lettuce wraps: Spoon filling into leaves and top with veggies Rice paper rolls: Soften wrappers, add filling + veggies, then roll tightly 🥣 Optional Dipping Sauce 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp lime juice 1 tsp honey 1 tsp chili paste or sriracha

Mix and serve on the side.

💡 Customization Ideas 🔥 Spicier: Add more chilies or chili oil 🥑 Creamy twist: Add sliced avocado 🥬 Low-carb: Stick to lettuce wraps 🍚 Hearty meal: Serve over jasmine or cauliflower rice 🥜 Crunch: Add crushed peanuts or cashews 🍽️ Nutrition (per serving, lettuce wraps) Calories: ~280–320 Protein: 22–26g Carbs: 8–10g Fat: 18–20g