Spicy Thai Basil Tofu recipe

Spicy Thai Basil TofuA popular spicy dish that's usually on the menu at Thai restaurant, called Pad Krapow Gai (Spicy basil Chicken).Recipe Intro From feedfeed

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RecipePrep time 20 minutesCook time 10 minutesYield: Serves or Makes 2-3

Ingredients

package firm tofu, drained and mashed
0 1/2 cup packed Thai basil
Thai chilies, chopped
cloves garlic, minced
shallots, minced
tablespoons coconut aminos
tablespoons fish sauce
tablespoon tamari
teaspoons coconut sugar
teaspoon salt
tablespoon oil

Method

Step 1

Whisk coconut amino, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar and salt in a bowl until well combined, set aside.
Step 2

In a nonstick pan with low-medium heat (no oil), pan-fry mashed tofu until golden brown to get the chewy texture.
Step 3

Using the same pan, push tofu aside, add 3 teaspoons oil and sauté garlic and shallots until soft. Add half the sauce, mix with tofu and let simmer for 2 minutes. Then, add chilies and remaining sauce and let the sauce thicken (when sugar caramelized).
Step 4

Finally, stir in Thai basil and serve warm with your favorite grain.