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Pad Kra Pao with Beef Garum

Recipe by Andy Cooks on YouTubeAdded 31 October 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A bold twist on classic Pad Kra Pao, this version uses umami‑rich beef garum to deepen the flavor of the stir‑fried meat, garlic, and spices. The dish is quick to assemble, packed with savory notes, and perfect for a satisfying dinner.

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Pad Kra Pao with Beef Garum by Andy Cooks, a frame from the YouTube video

Method

  1. Crush two garlic cloves in a mortar with a pestle.

  2. Add beef garum to the mortar and continue grinding with the garlic.

  3. Transfer the garlic‑garum mixture to a hot wok.

  4. Add oil to the hot wok.

  5. Fry an egg in the wok, then season with salt.

  6. Add sauce to the wok.

  7. Add ground beef and cooked ground chicken to the wok and stir‑fry until browned.

  8. Add koji to the wok and continue stir‑frying.

  9. Add the white powder to the wok and continue stir‑frying.

  10. Cook the mixture at about 140°F (140°F), stirring continuously.

  11. Tilt the wok to lift and pour the cooked mixture onto a baking sheet.

  12. Transfer the mixture from the baking sheet into a serving bowl.

Tips while you cook

Prep garlic‑garum mix first
Crush the garlic cloves and grind them together with the beef garum before adding to the wok.
Fry egg early
Fry the egg in the wok and season with salt before adding the sauces and meats.
Maintain continuous stir at low heat
Cook the mixture at about 60 °C, stirring continuously.
Use tilt to transfer
Tilt the wok to lift and pour the cooked mixture onto a baking sheet for easy serving.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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