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Thai Basil Tofu

Savory Thai Basil Tofu Stir-Fry Ready in 35 Minutes

Quick and easy Thai Basil Tofu combines aromatic flavors and high protein for a satisfying vegetarian dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block High Protein Organic Super Firm Tofu Crumble into small pieces.
  • 2 tablespoon Corn Starch For crispy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Can substitute with soy sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoon Avocado Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil.
  • 6 cloves Garlic Minced or processed.
  • 4-6 pieces Fresh Hot Red Thai Chili Adjust for spice level.
  • ⅓ cup Finely Chopped Red Onions/Shallots Can substitute with other onion types.
  • 1½ cups Fresh Thai Basil Can use sweet basil as an alternative.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon Light Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce Can use more light soy sauce.
  • 2 tablespoon Vegetarian Oyster Sauce Mushroom-based sauce can be used for vegan.
  • 1 tablespoon Organic Raw Cane Sugar/Palm Sugar Can use brown sugar or agave.
  • 2 tablespoon Water Helps combine sauces.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • wok
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thai Basil Tofu
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Crumble tofu and coat with corn starch, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes.
  2. In a wok, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped red Thai chilies, and onions. Sauté for 1 minute.
  3. Add baked tofu and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Mix soy sauces, vegetarian oyster sauce, sugar, and water in a bowl. Pour over tofu in the wok and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  5. Fold in fresh Thai basil until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Serve hot over rice, optionally topped with a fried egg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish stores well in the fridge for 3-4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat on stovetop or microwave.

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