Weekly Buddhist Diet: Thai Basil Vegan Duck
Weekly Buddhist Diet: Thai Basil Vegan Duck
Third week of December 2025
Summary:
Thai Basil Vegan Duck is a vibrant and aromatic plant-based stir-fry inspired by authentic Thai cuisine. Made with chewy, protein-rich vegan duck slices and fresh Thai Holy Basil, the dish delivers a perfect balance of herbal fragrance, gentle heat, and savory depth. The high heat of stir-frying allows the vegan duck to absorb the sauce quickly, while colorful bell peppers and mushrooms add texture, nutrients, and visual appeal. The flavor foundation comes from soy sauce, vegan oyster sauce, a touch of sugar, and chili—creating a savory, slightly sweet, and refreshing taste profile typical of Thai street-style cooking.
Holy basil contains natural essential oils that energize the mind and support digestion. Vegan duck offers plant protein with lighter fat content, making this dish satisfying yet not heavy. Quick to prepare and full of Southeast Asian character, it pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles and serves as an excellent weeknight entrée for those seeking flavorful, nutritious plant-based meals.
Ingredients:
· Vegan duck 200g
· Thai Holy Basil a handful
· Bell pepper 50g (shredded)
· Mushrooms 50g (optional)
· Light soy sauce 1 tbsp
· Vegan oyster sauce 1 tbsp
· Sugar 1 tsp
· Chili peppers 1–2
· Minced ginger 1 tsp
· Vegetable oil 1 tbsp
Instructions:
1. Prepare the ingredients
Slice the vegan duck and vegetables; wash and pick basil leaves.
2. Sauté aromatics
Heat oil; add ginger and sliced chilies; stir until fragrant.
3. Stir-fry vegan duck
Add vegan duck and fry on high heat until edges brown slightly.
4. Add vegetables
Add bell peppers and mushrooms; stir-fry briefly to retain crispness.
5. Season the dish
Add soy sauce, vegan oyster sauce, and sugar; mix well so the sauce coats everything.
6. Finish with basil
Add Holy Basil leaves and stir for about 5 seconds until slightly wilted, then serve immediately.
Plant-Based Wellness Tip
Holy basil boosts metabolism and reduces fatigue; plant-based duck supports protein intake without excess fat; quick stir-frying helps preserve nutrients, making this dish a flavorful and energizing weekly plant-based meal.
Eat healthy, enjoy plant-based meals every week!
