Ingredients

1 red bell pepper , seeds and ribs removed , cut into chunks
1 -4 fresh thai hot chili pepper , seeds removed
4 tablespoons fish sauce
3 -4 tablespoons sugar ( I used organic whole cane sugar called Rapadula )
oil , for sauteing
3/4 lb squid , sliced
3/4 lb shrimp , peeled and deveined
4 leaves Chinese cabbage , roughly sliced
1 carrot , peeled and sliced
1 green pepper , seeds and ribs removed , sliced
1 red pepper , seeds and ribs removed , sliced
1 1/2 cups bean sprouts
1 1/2 cups scallions , cut in 2-inch slices
25 -30 Thai basil
Seafood Hot Pepper Stir Fry with Thai Basil (Pudt Prig) is a classic Thai dish packed with protein and flavor. It features a mixture of shrimp, squid, and vegetables, stir-fried in a spicy sauce made from fish sauce and fresh chili peppers, and finished with fresh Thai basil leaves. This dish is an excellent option for anyone who wants to eat more seafood, as it’s rich in protein and other important nutrients.

Instructions

1.Preheat a wok or large frying pan over high heat.
2.Add oil and swirl to coat.
3.Add the red bell pepper and the fresh Thai chili pepper, stir-fry for 10 seconds.
4.Add fish sauce and sugar, stir-fry for 20 seconds.
5.Add squid and shrimp, stir-fry for 2 minutes.
6.Add Chinese cabbage, carrot, green pepper, and red pepper, stir-fry for 1 minute.
7.Add bean sprouts and scallions, stir-fry for 1 minute.
8.Add Thai basil, stir-fry for 30 seconds.
9.Serve over steamed rice.

PROS

This dish is quick and easy to prepare, packed with protein, and full of flavor.

It’s an excellent way to get more seafood into your diet, which is rich in Omega-3 and other important nutrients.

CONS

This dish has a high sodium content due to fish sauce, which should be taken into consideration if you’re following a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in protein, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids.
It’s also low in calories and carbohydrates, making it a great option for anyone watching their weight or blood sugar levels.

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