Thai Basil Tofu Stir‑Fry
Crispy tofu cubes tossed with Thai basil, bell peppers, and a simple soy‑garlic glaze.

Total
20 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 200 g firm tofu
- 1 cup Thai basil leaves
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 1 small green bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar(optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1‑inch cubes.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat; add tofu cubes and fry until golden and crisp, about 4‑5 minutes, turning once.
- 3
Add minced garlic and stir‑fry for 30 seconds, then add sliced bell peppers and continue cooking for another 2 minutes until just tender.
- 4
Stir in soy sauce, sugar (if using), and white pepper; toss to coat the tofu and vegetables.
- 5
Remove from heat, fold in the Thai basil leaves, and let them wilt for 30 seconds before serving.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
210
11% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbohydrate | 9 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
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