Stir-Fried Basil: A Thai Classic That Doesn’t Need Complicated Ingredients

Some of the best Thai dishes are surprisingly simple.

Stir-Fried Basil is one of them.

At first glance, it may seem like an uncomplicated dish — basil, chilli, seasoning and your choice of protein.

But simplicity doesn’t mean it’s easy.

Getting the right balance of aroma, seasoning, heat and texture requires careful cooking.

At Thong Thai Bistro, Chef June prepares our Stir-Fried Basil fresh to order, giving guests the freedom to choose exactly how they want it.

And there are more choices than you might expect.

Choose Your Stir-Fried Basil

Our Stir-Fried Basil can be prepared with:

• Minced chicken
• Prawns
• Squid
• Seafood
• Tofu
• Paneer

The most popular choice is undoubtedly minced chicken.

It is the classic combination many guests associate with Thai basil dishes, and the minced chicken works particularly well with the fragrant basil and spicy, savoury seasoning.

But don’t automatically choose chicken.

If you enjoy seafood, try prawns, squid or our seafood version.

If you’re vegetarian, you can choose tofu.

And for something a little different, we can prepare it with paneer.

Thai Basil with Minced Chicken

Our minced chicken version is an all-time favourite.

The minced chicken provides a wonderful texture because the seasoning coats the small pieces of meat, allowing every mouthful to carry the flavour of the basil and Thai seasonings.

It is also one of those dishes that can be adjusted to suit different preferences.

Want it spicy?

We can do that.

Prefer something milder?

That’s fine too.

The important thing is that Chef June cooks it fresh when you order it.

Stir-Fried Basil for Seafood Lovers

Thai cuisine and seafood are a natural combination.

Our Stir-Fried Basil can be prepared with prawns, squid or seafood, giving the dish a completely different character.

Fresh prawns bring sweetness.

Squid brings a different texture.

Seafood provides a combination of flavours and textures in every bite.

The basil and seasoning tie everything together.

Vegetarian? You Have Options Too

Thai food isn’t just about meat and seafood.

At Thong Thai Bistro, our Stir-Fried Basil can be prepared with tofu or paneer.

Tofu provides a lighter, more traditional plant-based option.

Paneer offers something completely different — a richer, more substantial texture that works surprisingly well with Thai basil and seasoning.

This gives vegetarian diners more choice rather than simply removing the meat from a dish.

The Spice Level Is Your Choice

Thai food has a reputation for being spicy.

And sometimes that’s exactly what you want.

But not everyone has the same tolerance for chilli.

That’s why we allow guests to choose their preferred spice level.

Whether you prefer very mild, less spicy, regular spicy or extra spicy, let us know when ordering.

The goal isn’t simply to make the dish as hot as possible.

The goal is to make it enjoyable.

Why Fresh Cooking Matters

Stir-Fried Basil is a dish that benefits enormously from being cooked fresh.

The basil needs to retain its fragrance.

The protein needs to be cooked properly.

The seasoning needs to come together in the wok.

And the dish needs to reach your table while everything is still at its best.

That’s why Chef June prepares it when the order reaches the kitchen.

There is no need to overcomplicate the process.

Fresh ingredients + proper cooking + the right balance = a great plate of Thai food.

Which One Should You Order?

If it’s your first time trying our Stir-Fried Basil, we’d suggest starting with:

🥇 Minced Chicken

The most popular and the classic choice.

🥈 Prawns

Ideal if you enjoy the combination of Thai basil and fresh seafood.

🥉 Squid or Seafood

For seafood lovers who want something a little different.

🌱 Tofu

A great vegetarian option.

🧀 Paneer

For vegetarians looking for something less conventional.

There really isn’t one “correct” version.

The best version is the one you enjoy.

A Simple Thai Dish Done Properly

One of our guests recently described our food simply as:

“Very delicious! Highly recommend.”

We love comments like this because Stir-Fried Basil is exactly the kind of dish where technique matters more than unnecessary complexity.

Chef June doesn’t need to turn it into something fancy.

She simply wants it to taste right.

And that is what we aim for at Thong Thai Bistro.

Try Stir-Fried Basil at Thong Thai Bistro

Whether you choose minced chicken, prawns, squid, seafood, tofu or paneer, our Stir-Fried Basil is prepared fresh to order.

Choose your protein.

Choose your spice level.

Then let Chef June do the rest.

Thong Thai Bistro — authentic Southern Thai cuisine in Little India, Singapore.

Frequently Asked Questions

What protein can I choose with Stir-Fried Basil?

At Thong Thai Bistro, you can choose minced chicken, prawns, squid, seafood, tofu or paneer.

What is the most popular Stir-Fried Basil?

Our Stir-Fried Basil with minced chicken is the most commonly ordered version.

Can Stir-Fried Basil be vegetarian?

Yes. We offer both tofu and paneer options.

Can I choose the spice level?

Yes. Guests can request their preferred level of spiciness, from very mild to extra spicy.

Is Stir-Fried Basil cooked fresh?

Yes. Chef June prepares the dish fresh to order.

Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple Singapore: A Little India Experience

If you are visiting Singapore and want to experience more than shopping malls and modern attractions, Little India is one of the neighbourhoods you should put on your itinerary.

The area is filled with colour, food, temples, shops, markets and cultural landmarks. Singapore Tourism Board describes Little India as one of Singapore’s vibrant neighbourhoods, where historic traditions and modern life come together.

One of the most important landmarks in the area is Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple.

Located at 397 Serangoon Road, the temple is an active place of worship and an important part of Singapore’s Hindu heritage.

For visitors, it can be a fascinating stop while exploring Little India.

And once you have finished exploring, there is another important question:

Where are you going to eat?

Visiting Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple

Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his form as Srinivasa Perumal.

The temple remains an active place of worship, so visitors should approach the experience respectfully. It isn’t simply a tourist attraction — devotees come here to pray and participate in religious ceremonies.

The temple’s official website currently lists its general operating hours as:

Morning: 6:00am–12:00pm
Evening: 6:00pm–9:00pm

Daily prayer and offering times can vary, and the temple publishes its prayer schedule separately.

If you are planning a visit specifically for worship or a particular ceremony, it is sensible to check the temple’s official information before travelling.

Why Little India Is Worth Exploring

The temple is only one part of the experience.

Walk through the surrounding streets and you will encounter traditional shops, flower garlands, spices, jewellery, textiles, restaurants and colourful buildings.

Singapore Tourism Board’s Little India guide highlights attractions including Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Mustafa Centre, Tekka Centre, the Indian Heritage Centre and the former House of Tan Teng Niah.

This makes Little India particularly enjoyable for visitors who like to explore on foot.

You can visit a temple, shop for souvenirs, look at colourful architecture, stop for a drink or meal and continue exploring — all within the same neighbourhood.

What to Do After Visiting the Temple

After spending time at Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, you may want to continue exploring Little India.

You could visit:

• Mustafa Centre

  

• Tekka Centre
• Indian Heritage Centre
• The former House of Tan Teng Niah
• Little India Arcade
• The surrounding streets and murals

The former House of Tan Teng Niah, for example, is a particularly popular photography stop. Singapore Tourism Board describes it as the last surviving Chinese villa in Little India and notes its distinctive European and Chinese architectural influences.

And eventually, after all that walking, you will probably be hungry.

Where to Eat Near Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple

This is where Thong Thai Bistro comes into the story.

We are located in the Little India area, making it convenient to combine a visit to Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple with a meal.

But why Thai food after visiting a Hindu temple in Little India?

Because that is one of the things we love about Singapore.

You can experience Indian heritage in the morning, explore Little India during the afternoon and then sit down to a completely different cuisine in the evening.

Singapore is a city where different cultures and cuisines sit comfortably alongside each other.

Thai Food in Little India

At Thong Thai Bistro, Chef June prepares authentic Southern Thai cuisine.

Our food is prepared to order, with particular attention given to fresh ingredients.

Some of the dishes our guests particularly enjoy include:

Tom Yum Soup

Every bowl starts from scratch when the order reaches the kitchen. Chef June does not rely on a large batch of pre-prepared Tom Yum base.

You can also choose your preferred level of spice.

Jumbo Prawns in Tamarind Sauce

Fresh jumbo prawns combined with Chef June’s tamarind sauce have become one of our most talked-about dishes.

Pad Thai

Chef June personally prepares the sauce for our Pad Thai and has developed her own method of preparing the noodles so that they are flavourful without becoming excessively oily.

Mango Sticky Rice

One of our signature desserts.

Chef June is particularly strict about the mangoes. If the mangoes aren’t sweet enough, we don’t serve the dish.

Vegetarian Thai Food

Thai cuisine offers an enormous range of vegetarian possibilities, and we have many choices for guests who don’t eat meat or seafood.

A Good Combination: Temple, Little India and Thai Food

One of the easiest ways to enjoy this part of Singapore is simply to take your time.

Visit Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple.

Walk through Little India.

Explore the shops and sights.

Take some photographs.

Then sit down for a meal.

You don’t need to rush from attraction to attraction.

Little India is best experienced slowly — by walking, looking, tasting and taking in the atmosphere.

And if you are hungry after exploring, we’d be delighted to welcome you at Thong Thai Bistro.

For Visitors to Singapore

If you’re visiting Singapore from overseas, Little India is an excellent neighbourhood to include in your itinerary.

It offers something quite different from Marina Bay, Orchard Road or Sentosa.

Here you can experience living cultural traditions alongside everyday Singaporean life.

And that’s what makes the neighbourhood so interesting.

Come for the temple.

Stay for Little India.

Explore the food.

And perhaps finish your day with a plate of Thai food at Thong Thai Bistro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple?

Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple is located at 397 Serangoon Road, Singapore 218123.

What are the temple’s opening hours?

The temple’s official website currently lists general operating hours of 6:00am–12:00pm and 6:00pm–9:00pm. Prayer and ceremony times may differ.

What else can I see near Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple?

Little India has numerous attractions, including Mustafa Centre, Tekka Centre, the Indian Heritage Centre and the former House of Tan Teng Niah.

Where can I eat after visiting Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple?

Thong Thai Bistro offers authentic Southern Thai cuisine in the Little India area, including Tom Yum, Pad Thai, Jumbo Prawns in Tamarind Sauce, Mango Sticky Rice and vegetarian Thai dishes.

Reservations or Take Away

Why Fresh Ingredients Cost More – The Story Behind Every Plate at Thong Thai Bistro

Many guests notice that our prices are a little higher than the average Thai restaurant in Singapore.

They’re right.

But there is a reason.

At Thong Thai Bistro, we don’t compete on being the cheapest. We compete on serving the freshest and most authentic Southern Thai food we possibly can.

Fresh Vegetables Every Single Day

Every morning, fresh vegetables arrive at our restaurant.

We don’t buy vegetables that have already been washed, cut or prepared for convenience. Chef June prefers selecting whole vegetables because freshness directly affects both flavour and texture.

If the vegetables don’t meet our standards, we reject them.

Even though our daily orders often fall below suppliers’ minimum order quantities, we still pay extra delivery charges because receiving fresh produce every day is more important than saving a few dollars.

Fresh Seafood Isn’t Ordered Blindly

Seafood is one area where Chef June refuses to compromise.

Instead of relying on a single supplier, we personally source seafood from wherever we find the freshest quality available.

That sometimes means paying more.

It sometimes means changing suppliers.

And occasionally it means saying “no” to seafood that simply doesn’t meet our expectations.

Our loyalty has never been to suppliers.

Our loyalty has always been to our guests.

Every Dish Starts Only After You Order

Fresh ingredients are only part of the story.

Every curry, stir-fry, soup and salad is prepared after your order is placed.

Vegetables are cut fresh.

Seafood is cooked fresh.

Herbs are added at exactly the right moment.

Nothing sits under heat lamps waiting to be served.

Why We Do It

Could we reduce our costs?

Of course.

We could purchase cheaper ingredients.
We could prepare vegetables days in advance.
We could simplify our cooking.

But then the food would no longer represent Chef June’s family recipes or the authentic Southern Thai flavours we want to share.

That isn’t the restaurant we set out to build.

At Thong Thai Bistro, we believe every guest deserves food prepared with fresh ingredients, careful attention and genuine pride.https://thongthaibistro.com/celebrations-group-dining/

Sometimes quality costs a little more.

We believe it’s worth every bite.

Takeaway – Reservations – Anniversary 

Fresh Thai Mango Salad in Singapore – Why We Shred Every Mango to Order

When people order Thai Mango Salad, they often see only the finished dish.

What they don’t see is how it begins.

At Thong Thai Bistro, every serving starts with a whole fresh green mango. Chef June peels and hand-shreds the mango only after your order is placed.

Why?

Because freshness makes all the difference.

A green mango that has just been shredded is naturally crisp, juicy and full of flavour. Leave it sitting for hours and it begins to lose its crunch and freshness. While preparing mangoes in advance may save time, we believe it compromises the dining experience.

The same philosophy guides everything we do.

Our vegetables are delivered fresh daily. Our seafood is carefully selected for quality and freshness. Every dish is cooked fresh to order because authentic Thai cooking deserves that extra attention.

Our Thai Mango Salad is then tossed with authentic Thai seasonings, herbs and vegetables to create a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty and spicy flavours that Thailand is famous for.

Sometimes the smallest details are the ones guests never notice—but they are often the reason a dish tastes so fresh.

At Thong Thai Bistro, we believe every great meal starts with quality ingredients and the willingness to prepare them properly.

If you’re looking for a truly authentic Thai Mango Salad in Singapore, we’d love to prepare one fresh just for you.

For RESERVATION or TAKEAWAYS

Authentic Vegetarian Thai Food in Singapore – More Than Just an Afterthought

Finding authentic vegetarian Thai food isn’t always easy.

Many restaurants offer only one or two vegetarian dishes, leaving guests with limited choices. At Thong Thai Bistro, we believe vegetarian diners deserve the same variety, freshness and authentic flavours as everyone else.

That’s why many of our signature dishes can be prepared with fresh vegetables, tofu or paneer.

Why Our Vegetarian Dishes Are Different

Chef June grew up in Southern Thailand, where fresh herbs, vegetables and aromatic spices are part of everyday cooking. Instead of creating separate “vegetarian versions,” many dishes naturally adapt beautifully while preserving their authentic Thai character.

Every meal is prepared fresh to order using vegetables delivered daily and premium ingredients sourced from Thailand whenever required.

Tofu or Paneer? The Choice Is Yours

One feature our guests particularly appreciate is choice.

You can enjoy many dishes with:

• Fresh vegetables
• Tofu
• Paneer

Paneer has become especially popular among diners in Little India and visitors to Mustafa Centre who are looking for authentic Thai flavours while maintaining a vegetarian diet.

Four Levels of Spice

Another advantage is flexibility.

Almost every vegetarian dish can be prepared to your preferred spice level:

• 🌶️ Bare Minimum
• 🌶️🌶️ Less Spicy
• 🌶️🌶️🌶️ Regular Spicy
• 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Extra Spicy

This makes our restaurant suitable for children, first-time Thai food diners, and chilli lovers alike.

Perfect for Families and Groups

It’s common for one person at the table to be vegetarian while others prefer seafood or meat.

At Thong Thai Bistro, everyone can enjoy authentic Southern Thai cuisine together without compromise.

Whether you’re shopping at Mustafa Centre, exploring Little India, or meeting friends for lunch or dinner, you’ll find vegetarian dishes prepared with the same care and attention as every other item on our menu.