Country
Thailand
Thailand · Thai
Thai Basil Tofu
Stir-fried tofu with Thai basil, chili and soy sauce.
- Thai
- 30 min total time
- 4 base servings
- 1 version
Adapt this recipe
Customize this recipe
Adjust servings, version and allergens or avoidances to fit this recipe to your context.
Servings
Adapted for 4 servingsVersion
Active version: ClassicAllergens & avoidances
0 compatible optionsAdaptation status
Servings: 4 · Version: Classic · Check ingredients below
Always check ingredient labels and cross-contamination warnings.
Classic
Tofu and vegetables stir-fried with basil and soy sauce.
Tofu and soy sauce are declared as soy sources; soy sauce also declares gluten.
Version
Contains
Ingredients
- 500 g firm tofu Contains soy.
- 200 g green beans
- 160 g red bell pepper
- 3 garlic cloves
- 10 g fresh chili
- 30 ml neutral oil
- 35 ml soy sauce Contains soy and gluten.
- 12 g brown sugar
- 25 g Thai basil leaves
- 600 g cooked jasmine rice
Cooking method
Pan
- Press tofu
Pat tofu dry and cut it into cubes.
- Brown tofu
Cook tofu in oil until golden on several sides.
- Stir-fry vegetables
Add beans, pepper, garlic and chili, then stir-fry until bright and tender.
- Season
Add soy sauce and sugar and toss until glossy.
- Finish
Fold in basil and serve with rice.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use regular basil?
Yes. The flavor changes, but the method remains the same.
Why is gluten declared?
This version uses regular soy sauce.
Explore this recipe
More recipes like this
Thailand · Thai
Peanut Noodles
Thai-inspired wheat noodles tossed with a peanut and soy sauce, kept as a naturally plant-based classic where peanut and soy are central.
Classic version is egg-free
Classic version is lactose-free
Classic version is dairy-free
Classic version is tree nut-free
Classic version is sesame-free
Classic version is fish-free
Classic version is shellfish-free
Classic version is sulphite-free
View recipe