Pad kra pao, basil fried rice and other fast wok dishes where basil is a main flavor, not a decorative leaf tossed on top.
Pad kra pao traditionally points toward holy basil, which has a peppery character distinct from Thai sweet basil.
Residual heat is usually enough. Boil it into submission and you lose the aroma you bought it for.
Many basil stir-fries are deliberately fast. Prep first, then turn on the wok.