Spicy Thai Basil Tofu
Ingredients
- 14oz [397g] firm tofu, pressed
- 1 large shallot, chopped (about 3 tablespoons)
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 thai chilies, chopped
- 1 cup packed thai basil leaves
- oil for cooking, salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce (thick), 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, add the tofu mash tofu into crumbles. Cook the tofu crumbles until slightly dry. Then, add about 1 tablespoon of oil and continue to cook until tofu turns golden brown. (see the video on my blog)
Push tofu aside, and add a little more oil and sauté shallots until translucent. Continue to sauté garlic and chili for another 30 - 45 seconds. Then, bring all the mixture together and give it a quick stir. Add in the sauce and sugar and cook down a little.
Finally, add the Thai basil and toss everything until all incorporated.
Turn off the heat and serve warm.
