ผัดหอยลาย (Pad Hoy Lai): A Thai Culinary Delight

ผัดหอยลาย, known as “Pad Hoy Lai” in Thai, is a delightful Thai stir-fried dish that features a unique combination of clams, Thai basil, and aromatic spices. It’s a flavorful culinary experience that captures the essence of Thai cuisine.

Ingredients:

• 500g fresh clams, cleaned and scrubbed
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-2 red chili peppers, sliced (adjust to your spice preference)
• 1 cup Thai holy basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions:

1. Heat cooking oil in a pan or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sliced chili peppers, and stir-fry until fragrant.
3. Add the clams and stir-fry for a few minutes until they start to open.
4. Add oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Stir well to coat the clams.
5. Toss in the Thai holy basil leaves and stir-fry until they wilt.
6. Remove from heat and serve hot with steamed jasmine rice.