MSG Free Thai Basil Tofu Stir-Fry with Chiles

Total time40 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time20 min

4.5

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MSG Free Thai Basil Tofu Stir-Fry with Chiles

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
3 tbsp neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil), divided
1 cup fresh thai basil leaves, loosely packed

For the stir-fry

4 cloves garlic, minced
4–6 bird's eye chiles, thinly sliced (adjust to heat preference)
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced

For the sauce

2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp dark soy sauce
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp water

For serving

cooked jasmine rice, for serving
lime wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Drain the tofu and press it firmly between several layers of paper towels, pressing down with your hands or a heavy pan for about 5 minutes, until most surface moisture is removed. Cut the tofu into 3/4-inch cubes.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and water until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.

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