Spicy Thai Basil Tofu
Ingredients
- Tofu14 oz
- Shallot1
- Garlic6 cloves
- Chili pepper2
- Thai basil1 cup
- Vegetable oil
- Dark soy sauce½ tsp
- Soy sauce2 tbsp
- Vegan fish sauce⅓ cups
- Sugar1 tsp
- Cornstarch1 tsp
Instructions
- Whisk the sauce ingredients together in a bowl until well combined, then set aside.
- In a hot non-stick pan, add the pressed tofu and mash it into crumbles with a potato masher.
- Cook the crumbles until slightly dry, then add about 1 tablespoon of oil and keep cooking until golden brown.
- Push the tofu to one side, add a little more oil and sauté the shallots until translucent.
- Sauté the garlic and chili for another 30 to 45 seconds.
- Combine everything in the pan and stir briefly.
- Add the sauce and sugar and cook the mixture down a little.
- Add the Thai basil and toss until everything is evenly mixed.
- Turn off the heat and serve warm.
Summarized from WoonHeng's video. Watch it for the details.
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