Spicy Thai Tofu Stir-Fry
A spicy and flavorful stir-fry made with tofu, Thai chili peppers, and a blend of aromatic spices.
Ingredients
- ●250g firm tofupressed and drained
- ●2 Thai chili pepperssliced
- ●2 tablespoons mildly spicy oilsuch as vegetable oil with a pinch of cayenne pepper
- ●1 cup kanomchopped
- ●2 tablespoons kochopped
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 shallotschopped
- ●1 tablespoon fish sauceoptional
- ●1 tablespoon brown sugaroptional
- ●2 tablespoons rice vinegaroptional
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together mildly spicy oil, fish sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar (if using). Set aside.
- 2
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of mildly spicy oil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the sliced Thai chili peppers and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 4
Add the chopped kanom and ko and cook until they start to soften, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 6
Add the pressed tofu and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- 7
Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and stir to combine.
- 8
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the tofu is coated.
- 9
Season with salt to taste.
- 10
Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.