Category Archives: Basil

Ground pork with fresh chiles and aromatic herbs

Posted on June 30, 2014 by TastyAsia

Here we have another Thai-inspired dish. Thailand is famous for recipes in which ground meat is simmered in a tasty liquid and finished off with plenty of fresh aromatic herbs. Called laarb (ลาบ), these dishes are simple to make and a … Continue reading →

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Ground chicken with fresh basil and tomatoes

Posted on June 12, 2014 by TastyAsia

This simple yet flavorful recipe comes via Thailand. A more traditional Thai version would substitute holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) for sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum). The former has a more peppery taste, while the latter is perhaps a little more fragrant. … Continue reading →

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