Thai Basil Beef Rolls - Thai basil beef rolls are savory, aromatic, and packed with bold flavor, featuring juicy ground beef cooked with garlic and fresh basil, wrapped in soft lettuce or rice paper. The filling is deeply savory with herbal lift from basil, balanced by light saltiness. These rolls feel satisfying without heaviness and work as both a dinner and a shareable platter. They are ideal for users searching for Asian beef wraps or handheld dinner ideas.

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Thai Basil Beef Rolls - This recipe works because the beef is cooked hot and fast, allowing it to brown and develop flavor before basil is added. After testing, adding basil off the heat preserved its aroma and prevented bitterness. Wrapping the filling rather than serving it loose keeps portions controlled and makes the dish feel intentional and fresh. This method aligns with my focus on technique over complexity: build flavor in the pan, then stop cooking before herbs fade. For Pinterest intent, these Thai basil beef rolls naturally fit searches for lettuce wrap dinner ideas and beef appetizer rolls because they are visually clean, customizable, and easy to scale for groups. Using lettuce keeps the rolls light, while rice paper offers a softer, more substantial option depending on preference.

Dietary Notes

✓ Asian Beef Wraps
✓ Handheld Dinner
✓ Fresh Herb Forward
✓ Quick Weeknight Meal

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Why You'll Love This

Bold Flavor: Garlic and basil create a savory, aromatic filling.
Flexible Wrapping: Works with lettuce or rice paper.
Fast Cooking: A quick beef recipe with big payoff.
Great for Sharing: Ideal for platters or casual dinners.

Thai Basil Beef Rolls

👩‍🍳 Author: Chef Nour

⏰ Prep Time: 20min

❄️ Cool Time: 0

🔥 Cook Time: 15min

🥨 Yield: 4

🍞 Method: Sautéing

🌾 Diet: None

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restaurant Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
1 tbsp neutral oil
for wrapping butter lettuce or rice paper

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list_alt Instructions

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Step 1: Heat oil in a skillet and brown beef until cooked through - browning builds savory flavor.
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Step 2: Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant - short cooking prevents bitterness.
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Step 3: Stir in soy sauce and remove from heat - seasoning early distributes flavor evenly.
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Step 4: Fold in basil until just wilted - off-heat mixing preserves aroma.
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Step 5: Spoon filling into lettuce or rice paper and roll gently - controlled wrapping keeps rolls neat.

Nutrition Facts

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Calories 390

Protein 26g

Carbs 14g

Fiber 3g

Sugar 2g

Fat 24g

Sodium 780mg

Potassium N/A

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Serving Suggestions

Serve rolls warm or at room temperature, arranged neatly on a platter with basil leaves visible. Pair with a simple dipping sauce if desired, but the rolls are flavorful on their own. For parties, keep wrappers separate and let guests assemble to maintain freshness.

How to Store?

Store cooked beef filling in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before wrapping. Assemble rolls just before serving so lettuce stays crisp and rice paper remains soft.

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