One-Pot Spicy Thai Basil Stir Fry with Tofu

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

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A vibrant, spicy Thai stir fry featuring crispy tofu and fragrant holy basil leaves, all cooked quickly in one pan. This Thai-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, drained and cubed, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Thai cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz firm tofu, drained and cubed
3 tbsp vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small red Thai chili, sliced
2 shallots, thinly sliced
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tsp brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1 cup fresh holy basil leaves
to serve steamed jasmine rice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz cubed firm tofu and fry for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and slightly crispy.
Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 small sliced red Thai chili, and 2 thinly sliced shallots to the pan. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until fragrant and the shallots soften.
Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the tofu.
Step 4: Remove from heat and fold in 1 cup fresh holy basil leaves until wilted. Serve immediately over steamed jasmine rice for a complete meal.