Thai Basil Tofu With Garlic Rice Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant and savory dish featuring stir-fried tofu with Thai-inspired basil and chili flavors, served alongside aromatic garlic-infused rice.

Ingredients

• - Basil Leaves
• - Fresh Tofu
• 1 kg Rice
• 100 g Garlic
• 500 g Onion
• 250g Green Chilli
• 90 g Dark Soy Sauce
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• 100 g Salt
• 500 g Sugar

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the rice thoroughly and cook it in 400ml of water until tender, then set aside.
2. 2. Press the tofu to remove excess water and cut it into small cubes.
3. 3. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan and fry the tofu cubes until golden on all sides, then remove and set aside.
4. 4. In the same pan, add one tablespoon of oil and sauté finely chopped garlic and onions until fragrant.
5. 5. Add sliced green chilies, soy sauce, sugar, and a pinch of salt to the pan, stirring well to combine.
6. 6. Toss the fried tofu back into the pan, mixing it well with the sauce mixture.
7. 7. Add the fresh basil leaves and stir-fry for another 2 minutes on low heat.
8. 8. Heat a small amount of oil in a separate pan and sauté minced garlic until golden.
9. 9. Add the cooked rice to the garlic and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, seasoning with a pinch of salt.
10. 10. Serve the garlic rice on plates and top it with the stir-fried basil tofu for a complete meal.