Thai Basil Stir Fry With Tofu And Chicken Food

THAI BASIL STIR FRY WITH TOFU AND CHICKEN

Steps:

• Cut the tofu into small, bite-size pieces. Put on a double layer of paper towel and sprinkle a bit of salt over the pieces. Set aside to season the tofu and to let it drain, about 15 minutes.
• Cut the chicken in bites-size pieces a little smaller than the tofu. Transfer to a bowl and coat with the cornstarch and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce.
• In a small bowl, stir together the remaining 1 teaspoon of soy sauce with the sugar, water, and fish sauce. Set aside
• .Blot excess moisture from the tofu. Heat a large wok or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl in 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil. Add the tofu and fry for 3 to 4 minutes, flipping midway, until golden brown and slightly crisp on two sides. Transfer to a plate.
• Reheat the wok or skillet over high heat. When nearly smoking hot, swirl in 2 tablespoons of oil. Add the garlic, let it sizzle for a few seconds, then add the shallot. Stir for 15 to 20 seconds, then add the chicken, spreading it out into 1 layer. Let the chicken sear for about a minute, then use a spatula to flip it and cook the other side. When the chicken is nearly cooked through, add the tofu. Stir to combine and cook for a minute to heat through.
• Add the chiles and kaffir lime leaf, then sprinkle on the soy and fish sauce mixture. Stir-fry for a minute to combine the flavors and allow the tofu to absorb the seasonings. Then add the basil. When the leaves wilt, about 15 seconds, take the pan off the heat. Sprinkle with pepper, stir together, then transfer to a serving dish. Enjoy over rice .

THAI BASIL STIR-FRY

Steps:

• Stir-fry garlic and chili in the oil.
• Add the chicken, both soy sauces, the fish sauce, chili paste and white pepper.
• When the chicken is browned and almost cooked add the bell peppers and onion.
• When the veggies are done at the very last moment add the thai basil until just wilted and serve over rice.
• **note** if you want to make it vegetarian replace the chicken with some tofu. If you cant find Thai basil I would try regular basil although it wont be as authentic.

SPICY THAI BASIL, CHICKEN & NOODLE STIR-FRY

Steps:

• 1. Mix sugar, lime juice and fish sauce in small bowl. Set aside. Bring large pot of water to boil. Remove from heat. Add red rice noodles, stirring to separate noodles in water. Let stand 5 to 7 minutes or until noodles are tender but firm. (If you are using Asian wheat noodles, you will need to actually cook them for 5-7 minutes rather than merely letting them soak in hot water.) Drain well. Place in serving bowl. Set aside.
• 2. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet or wok on medium-high heat. Add garlic and chile; stir fry 15 seconds or until fragrant. Add chicken, carrots and green onions; stir fry 3 to 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
• 3. Stir in fish sauce mixture; stir fry 1 minute. Add basil (or cilantro); stir fry 30 seconds or until basil (or cilantro) is wilted. Add to noodles in bowl; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
• Tip: Thai basil has dark green leaves with purple stems and has a licorice flavor. It can be found in most Asian markets. If unavailable, substitute Italian basil.