Thai Basil Tofu Stir-Fry
If you're looking for a bold, savory, and satisfying tofu recipe, this Thai Basil Tofu is about to become a favorite! Inspired by the Thai street food classic, this easy plant-based version combines crispy crumbled tofu, fragrant garlic, spicy chilies, sweet onions, and fresh basil in a rich, umami-packed sauce. It's ready in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (1-2 limes)
- 1 teaspoon Thai chili flakes
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as avocado or vegetable
- 2 (16-ounce) blocks of extra firm tofu, pressed and shredded on the large side of a box grater or crumbled by hand
- 1 large white onion, diced
- 10 cloves fresh minced garlic
- 3-6 Thai chilies
- 1 Fresno chili, seeded and diced, optional
- 2 cups packed Thai or sweet basil
- Cooked rice, for serving, optional
- Fresh lime wedges, for serving, optional
Instructions
- To make the sauce, whisk its ingredients in a bowl until well combined and set aside.
- Next, heat the oil in a large sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tofu and cook, stirring often, until golden and crisp around the edges, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Add the onion, garlic, and chilies, and stir-fry until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Pour in the reserved sauce, tossing to coat the tofu, and continue to cook until it thickens and reduces a bit, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Off the heat, add the basil leaves and toss until just wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately with rice and lime wedges and enjoy!
Video
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!