Phat kaphrao

Phat Kaphrao

Phat Kaphrao (pronunciation: /pʰàt kʰā(ʔ).pʰrāw/), also known as Thai basil stir-fry, is a popular dish in Thai cuisine. The name "Phat Kaphrao" comes from the Thai language, where "phat" means stir-fry and "kaphrao" refers to the holy basil used in the dish.

Etymology

The term "Phat Kaphrao" is derived from the Thai language. "Phat" (ผัด) translates to "stir-fry" in English, and "Kaphrao" (กะเพรา) is the Thai term for holy basil. The dish is named after its cooking method and one of its key ingredients.

Ingredients

Phat Kaphrao typically includes meat (such as pork, chicken, beef, or seafood), holy basil (kaphrao), garlic, chilies, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. It is traditionally served with rice and a fried egg on top.

Preparation

The preparation of Phat Kaphrao involves stir-frying the meat with garlic and chilies, then adding the holy basil, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. The dish is usually cooked over high heat in a wok. The final dish is served over rice and often topped with a fried egg.

Related Terms

• Thai cuisine
• Stir frying
• Holy basil
• Fish sauce
• Soy sauce

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Phat kaphrao
• Wikipedia's article - Phat kaphrao

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