Spicy Basil with Tofu Recipe
This is a great vegetarian/vegan dish, always a favorite at our house.
Ingredients:
1/4 Cup Vegetable Oil
1 Bunch Holy Basil Leaves
1 Block Tofu
1/4 Cup Shallots
3 Tbsp. Garlic, finely minced
3 Tbsp. Fresh Thai Chili, finely minced
1 large Red Bell Pepper, long thin slices
2 Tbsp. Sugar
2 Tbsp. Light Soy Sauce
2 Tbsp. Vegan Stir-Fry Sauce
1 Tbsp. Vegetable Stock
Directions:
In a wok over medium heat, add the oil, and when it’s hot, add half of the basil leaves and fry them for 2 to 4 minutes, or until crispy. Remove them from the oil, and drain them on paper towels and set aside.
In the name oil, fry the tofu for 3 to 5 minutes, until light brown, then remove and drain on paper towels.
On high heat, heat a little oil and toss in the red bell pepper and stir—fry for 3 to 5 minutes. Add in the garlic, chilies, and shallots and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes. Add the tofu, light soy sauce, sugar, stir-fry sauce, and vegetable stock and stir-fry for another 3 to 5 minutes.
Stir in the remaining basil leaves, and transfer to a platter, garnishing with the crispy basil leaves and serve with rice.
And Enjoy!
