Tofu With Asian Basil

I prefer the sweet and spicy scents of Asian Basil, or sometimes known as Thai Basil. They have a distinctly stronger pungent and sweeter smell compared to the better known, sweet basil. This is a delicious tofu dish, stir-fry with loads of Asian Basil. Give this recipe a try, if you like tofu and basil. Trust you will like it. :-)



Tofu With Asian Basil

Ingredients

2 Packet (350g x 2) Firm Tofu, drained and sliced (about 1/4 inch thick)
50 g Asian (Thai) Basil
3 -5 Bird's Eye Chilies, coarsely chopped
2 Stalks Scallions
4 Cloves Garlic, smashed
1 1/2 Tbsp Peanut Oil
Sea Salt to taste
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Peanut Oil for deep-frying

Sauce
1 Tbsp Oyster Sauce
2 Tbsp Fish Sauce
2 tsp Soy Sauce
2 tsp Corn Flour
1 Cup Water

Method

Deep fry the tofu slices over high heat until light golden in color. (Do not overcooked) Drain the tofu on paper towels and set aside.

Heat the oil (1 1/2 Tbsp) in a wok and cook the garlic on low heat. Remove the garlic when they are fragrant and golden in color.

Turn the heat on high. Toss in the chilies, tofu, half portion of basil and garlic. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes and add in the sauce. Bring it to a quick boil and season with sea salt and black pepper. The sauce should be thickened and then mix in the rest of the basil and scallions. Serve immediately.