Spicy Thai Basil Tofu
Ingredients
- 1 package of firm tofu, drained and mashed⠀
- 1/2 cup packed thai basil leaves⠀
- 7-8 thai chilies, chopped⠀
- 5 cloves garlic, minced⠀
- 3-4 shallots, minced⠀
- 3 tablespoons coconut amino⠀
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce⠀
- 3 tablespoons vegan 'fish' sauce
- 3 teaspoons coconut sugar⠀
- 1 teaspoon salt⠀
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil⠀
Preparation
Whisk coconut amino, soy sauce, 'fish' sauce, sugar and salt in a bowl until well combined, set aside
In a nonstick pan with low-medium heat (no oil), pan-fry mashed tofu until golden brown to get the chewy texture
Using the same pan, push tofu aside, add 3 teaspoons oil and sauté garlic and shallots until soft
Add half the sauce, mix with tofu and let simmer for 2 minutes
Then, add chilies and remaining sauce and let the sauce thicken (when sugar caramelized)
Finally, stir in basil and serve warm with your favorite grain
Closest sub that i can think of for fish sauce: 1 tablespoon vegan sugar, juice of 1 lime, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon water, and chopped thai chilies
Enjoy!