Stir-Fried Tofu with Thai Basil and Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-11 · Updated 2026-05-11

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring crispy tofu tossed with fresh Thai basil and fiery red chili for a fragrant, spicy vegan dish. This Thai-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, pressed and cubed, vegetable oil, red chili, sliced thin 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: 15 min Serves 3 Thai cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 small red chili, sliced thin
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp brown sugar
1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
2 stalks green onions, sliced

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz firm tofu cut into 1-inch cubes and fry for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp on all sides.
Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 small thinly sliced red chili to the wok, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp brown sugar, tossing tofu to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4: Remove from heat and fold in 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves and 2 sliced green onions, stirring quickly until basil wilts.
Step 5: Serve immediately with steamed jasmine rice or noodles.