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Thai Basil Eggplant with Tofu

30 min4 servings๐Ÿณ 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain rice$12.00470 cal ยท 18g protein

Ingredients

  • jasmine rice2 cups
  • extra-firm tofu1 package
  • Japanese eggplant2 count
  • red bell pepper1 count
  • garlic5 cloves
  • soy sauce3 tbsp
  • hoisin sauce1 tbsp
  • brown sugar1 tbsp
  • fresh basil1 bunch
  • vegetable oil3 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the rice. Press the tofu dry and cut into cubes. Cut the eggplant into 1-inch pieces and slice the pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat 1.5 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high and fry the tofu 6-8 minutes until golden on several sides; remove.

  3. 3

    Add the remaining oil and the eggplant. Cook 5-6 minutes, stirring, until soft and browned, adding a splash of water if it sticks.

  4. 4

    Add the garlic and pepper, cook 1 minute, then stir in the soy sauce, hoisin and sugar.

  5. 5

    Return the tofu, toss in a big handful of basil until wilted, and serve over rice.

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