About the Recipe
This Thai basil tofu is savory, spicy, and packed with fresh flavor. Crispy tofu, garlic, ginger, chilies, peppers, and basil come together in a quick stir-fry sauce.
Ingredients
Tofu
Crispy tofu
Pad Krapow
1 tbsp canola oil
2 white or yellow onions, sliced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
2–3 red chili peppers, thinly sliced, or to taste
2 red bell peppers, sliced
2 cups fresh Thai basil, or regular basil
Stir-Fry Sauce
2 tbsp dark soy sauce or vegan fish sauce
4 tbsp light soy sauce
Juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp brown sugar
For Serving
Steamed white rice
Lime wedges, optional
Extra fresh basil, optional
Preparation
Step 1
Prepare the crispy tofu according to your preferred recipe and set aside.
Step 2
Whisk together the dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar until the sugar dissolves.
Step 3
Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Add the onions and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened.
Step 5
Stir in the garlic, ginger, and chilies and cook for about 30 seconds.
Step 6
Add the bell peppers and cook for 3–4 minutes, until tender but still slightly crisp.
Step 7
Return the crispy tofu to the skillet and pour in the sauce. Toss and cook for 1–2 minutes.
Step 8
Remove from the heat and fold in the fresh basil.
Step 9
Serve immediately over steamed white rice with lime and extra basil if desired.