Thai Basil Tofu Stir-Fry
Golden tofu and peppers stir-fried with garlic, chilli and fresh Thai basil.
Ingredients
- 300 g firm tofu, cubed
- 2 cups Thai basil leaves
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red chilli, sliced
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp vegetarian oyster-style mushroom sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp lime juice
Method
- Pat the tofu dry.
- Heat oil in a wok and cook tofu until golden on several sides.
- Add garlic and chilli and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
- Add bell pepper and cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce, mushroom sauce, and brown sugar.
- Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and fold in the basil leaves.
- Finish with lime juice and serve with rice if desired.
Nutrition (estimated per serving; values vary with brands, portions and cooking methods)
| Per serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Carbohydrates | 16 g |
| Fat | 19 g |
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