Thai Style
Pad Gaprao
Seitan Stir-Fry 

Here’s a simple recipe for Pad Gaprao (Holy Basil Stir-Fry) with seitan, a delicious Thai-inspired dish that’s savory, spicy, and full of flavor! 

• 1 package of Franklin Farms Minced Seitan 
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil 
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 
• 2-3 red chilies (adjust to spice preference), chopped 
• 1 small onion, sliced 
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced 
• 1/2 cup Thai holy basil leaves (or regular basil if unavailable) 
• tbsp soy sauce 
• 1 tbsp vegan oyster sauce 
• 1 tbsp sugar (preferably palm sugar) 
• 1 tbsp water

1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, vegan oyster sauce, sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.  
2. Cook the Seitan: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced seitan and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3.  Stir-Fry Vegetables: In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add garlic, chilies, and onion, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the red bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. 
4. Combine: Add the cooked seitan back to the pan, then pour in the sauce mixture. Stir well to coat everything. Cook for another 2 minutes, letting the flavors combine. 
5. Add Basil: Turn off the heat, and stir in the holy basil leaves until they wilt and become fragrant. 
6. Serve: Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice if desired.