Spicy Thai Basil Stir-Fry

1.Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

2.Add the minced garlic and chopped bird's eye chilies to the skillet, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

3.Add the ground pork (or chicken) to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

4.If using, add the sliced bell peppers and green beans to the skillet, stir-frying for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are tender-crisp.

5.Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar, mixing well to combine all the flavors. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.

6.Remove the skillet from heat and fold in the fresh Thai basil leaves until they are wilted and fragrant.

7.Serve the spicy Thai basil stir-fry over steamed jasmine rice.