Stir-Fried Tofu with Spicy Thai Basil and Chili Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring crispy tofu tossed with fresh Thai basil, fiery red chilies, and a savory-sweet sauce that awakens the palate. This Thai-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs firm tofu, vegetable oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 12 min Serves 3 Thai cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz, drained and cubed firm tofu
3 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cloves minced garlic cloves
2 thinly sliced red Thai chilies
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp brown sugar
1 cup loosely packed fresh Thai basil leaves
2 sliced diagonally green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a 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 crispy.
Step 2: Push tofu to one side, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 thinly sliced red Thai chilies to the wok. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Toss tofu well to coat and cook for 1 minute until sauce thickens and glazes the tofu.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves and 2 sliced green onions. Toss gently until basil is wilted and serve immediately with steamed jasmine rice.