Thai Beef with Basil Whole Wheat Taco Bowls™
Traditional ground beef gets a flavor boost with fresh basil, serrano chiles and soy sauce, then is stuffed in whole wheat bowls topped with fresh veggies.
25 Minutes Prep
25 Minutes Total
8 Servings
Ingredient List
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon sliced serrano chile
- 1/4 cup unsalted chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 8 Old El Paso™ whole wheat Taco Bowls™
- 1 cup coarsely shredded carrot
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- 1 lime, cut in wedges
Preparation
- Cut 1/4 cup of the basil leaves into thin strips; set aside. Roughly chop remaining 3/4 cup basil; set aside.
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef, garlic and serrano chile over medium heat 8 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Stir in stock and the 3/4 cup chopped basil. Cook 2 to 3 minutes longer or until basil is wilted and liquid is nearly absorbed. Add soy sauce, fish sauce and honey; stir to mix well.
- Meanwhile, heat bowls as directed on package. Divide beef mixture among bowls; top with carrot, remaining 1/4 cup sliced basil, green onions and lime wedges.
Expert Tips
- Ground turkey can be substituted for ground beef in this recipe.
- Try this recipe with Thai basil leaves instead of sweet basil leaves for a different flavor.
