Spicy Thai Basil Tofu

Ingredients

• 14 oz [397g] firm tofu (pressed)
• 1 large shallot (chopped (about 3 tablespoons))
• 6 cloves garlic (finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons))
• 2 Thai chilies (chopped)
• 1 cup packed Thai Basil leaves
• oil for cooking (salt to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce (thick)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (please see notes)
• 1/3 cup vegan 'fish' sauce (homemade or store-bought (see notes))
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/3 cup water (or vegetable broth)

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix the sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl until well-combined and set aside.

2. 2

   In a heated non-stick pan, add the tofu in and using a potato masher, mash tofu into crumbles.

3. 3

   Cook the tofu crumbles until slightly dry. Then, add about 1 tablespoon of oil and continue to cook until tofu turns golden brown.

4. 4

   Push tofu aside, and add a little more oil and sauté shallots until translucent.

5. 5

   Continue to sauté garlic and chili for another 30 - 45 seconds. Then, bring all the mixture together and give it a quick stir.

6. 6

   Add in the sauce and sugar and cook down the mixture a little.

7. 7

   Finally, add the Thai basil and toss everything until all incorporated.

8. 8

   Turn off the heat and serve warm.