Spicy Thai Basil Tofu
Ingredients
- 14oz firm tofu, pressed
- 1 large shallot
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 Thai chilies
- 1 cup packed Thai basil leaves
- oil for cooking
- salt to taste
Sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/3 cup vegan fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/3 cup water
Preparation
Mix the sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl until well-combined and set aside.
In a heated non-stick pan, mash tofu into crumbles and cook until slightly dry.
Add about 1 tablespoon of oil and continue to cook until tofu turns golden brown.
Push tofu aside, add a little more oil, and sauté shallots until translucent.
Continue to sauté garlic and chili for another 30-45 seconds.
Bring all the mixture together and give it a quick stir.
Add in the sauce and sugar and cook down a little.
Add the Thai basil and toss everything until all incorporated.
Turn off the heat and serve warm.
