Thai-Style Minced Pork with Basil

Steps

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1. 1
   Prepare the garlic: lightly crush and mince.
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2. 2
   Prepare the basil: remove the stems from the leaves and rub the tougher stem pieces between your fingers to break them up; keep the leaves separate for later.
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3. 3
   Cut the larger cherry tomatoes in half and slice the chili pepper.
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4. 4
   Heat the pan, add a small amount of oil, and over medium heat add the ground pork along with the minced garlic and basil stem pieces; break up the meat as it cooks.
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5. 5
   Add the cherry tomatoes, oyster sauce, rice wine, fish sauce, and palm sugar; stir to combine. If the meat seems dry, add a little water and simmer until the meat is tender.
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   Once the sauce has reduced, add the basil leaves, chili slices, and lime juice. Press the meat gently toward the basil to distribute the heat and prevent browning. Toss briefly and serve immediately.
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