Hoy Lai Pad Nam Prik Pow (Clams with Chili Paste and Basil)

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 3

Hoy Lai Pad Nam Prik Pow: A spicy and aromatic Thai clam recipe

Hoy Lai Pad Nam Prik Pow (Clams with Chili Paste and Basil)

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

5 min

Cook

10min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	5 tablespoons vegetable oil
	5 cloves garlic , minced
	2 pounds small clams , thoroughly cleaned
	3 tablespoons Nam Prik Pao ( roasted chile paste )
	3 tablespoons fish sauce ( optional )
	3 Chee Fah chiles ( mild red chiles )
	1 tablespoon white sugar
	1 cup Bai Kraprao ( holy basil leaves ) , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

210

Sugar

Fat

14g

Hoy Lai Pad Nam Prik Pow is a popular seafood dish in Thai cuisine that is often enjoyed as a shared appetizer or main course. This recipe combines fresh clams with spicy chile paste, garlic, and holy basil leaves to create a flavorful and aromatic dish that is sure to impress. The bold flavors and aromatics of this recipe are commonly found in Thai cuisine and make it a great addition to any Thai-inspired meal or dinner party.

Instructions

1.	In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2.	Add the garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3.	Add the clams and stir-fry until they begin to open, about 2-3 minutes.
4.	Add the roasted chile paste, fish sauce (if using), Chee Fah chiles, and white sugar and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
5.	Add the holy basil leaves and stir-fry for another minute, or until the clams are fully cooked and the basil is wilted.
6.	Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately.

PROS

Hoy Lai Pad Nam Prik Pow is a quick and easy recipe that can be made in less than 15 minutes.

It is packed with bold flavors and aromatics from the chile paste, garlic, and basil.

This dish is low in calories and high in protein due to its use of clams.

CONS

This recipe may be too spicy for some people’s taste buds.

The use of Chee Fah chiles may be difficult to find in some grocery stores outside of Thailand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Clams are packed with protein and are a rich source of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12, selenium, and iron.
The garlic in this recipe has been linked to supporting cardiovascular health and boosting the immune system, while the basil has been found to have anti-inflammatory properties.