Description
These 20 Minute Thai Basil Beef Rolls are a quick and flavorful wrap recipe combining savory ground beef with aromatic Thai herbs and spices, all rolled up in warm tortillas. Perfect for a fast dinner or a delicious appetizer, these rolls feature a balance of spicy, sweet, and fresh flavors with crunchy peanuts and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Filling
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (or chicken or pork)
- Black pepper, to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger (or 1/4 cup candied ginger)
- 3 teaspoons Chinese 5 spice
- 1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Thai chili sauce (see notes for homemade version)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Fresh Toppings
- 4 Persian cucumbers, chopped
- 2 cups cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup Thai basil, chopped
- 1/3 cup chopped roasted peanuts
Wraps and Serving
- 8-10 flour tortillas, warmed
- Chili paste, for serving
- Toasted sesame oil, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef seasoned with black pepper, breaking it up as it cooks until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the chopped garlic, grated ginger, and Chinese 5 spice, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Sauces and Simmer: Stir in the tamari or soy sauce and Thai chili sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickly coats the beef, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions, then remove the skillet from heat.
- Warm the Tortillas: Place one tortilla at a time in the microwave for 15 seconds until warm and pliable.
- Assemble the Rolls: Spoon a generous portion of the beef mixture down the center of the warmed tortilla. Top with chopped cucumber, cilantro, Thai basil, remaining green onions, and roasted peanuts.
- Fold and Roll: Fold the sides and ends of the tortillas over the filling, then roll forward to enclose the ingredients securely. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- Serve: Serve the rolls warm accompanied by extra soy sauce, chili paste, and toasted sesame oil for dipping. For a complete meal, serve with steamed rice on the side.
Notes
- Homemade Sweet Thai Chili Sauce: Combine 1/3 cup honey, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 2 tablespoons chili sauce, 2 teaspoons lime zest, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons tamari or soy sauce, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 1 clove grated garlic in a glass jar. Shake or stir well and use as directed in the recipe.
- You can substitute ground chicken or pork for ground beef.
- Adjust the amount of Chinese 5 spice powder to taste; 3 teaspoons gives a balanced flavor.
- For extra crunch, lightly toast the peanuts before chopping.
- Warm tortillas keep them flexible and prevent cracking when rolling.
- Serve immediately to enjoy best texture and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
