THAI BASIL TOFU STIR FRY

Ingredients
2 tbsp. lime juice
1 tbsp. soy sauce or tamari
2 tbsp. brown sugar
1/2 tbsp. chili paste, more if you like extra spicy
1 1/2 tsp. cornstarch, optional, see note
1 lb. extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 tsp. sesame oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp. grated fresh ginger
2 red bell peppers, diced
1 large broccoli crown, chopped
2 cups sliced fresh basil

Instructions

1. Whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, chili paste and cornstarch, if using. Set aside.
2. Cut tofu into bite sized cubes or triangles.
3. Heat oils in large skillet over medium heat. Add tofu and cook on each side until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and transfer to plate.
4. Add garlic and ginger to skillet and sauté for about 1 minute.
5. Raise heat to medium-high. Add broccoli and peppers and stir fry until tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
6. Add lime juice mixture and mix to coat. Continue to stir fry for about a minute, or until sauce thickens up and coats veggies.
7. Add tofu and basil and mix completely.
8. Serve with rice.

FULL RECIPES

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