Low FODMAP Basil Tofu Stir-fry

This is the perfect summer recipe to use fresh basil and vegetables from your garden! You can use tofu for a plant-based option, or you can substitute chicken or shrimp, if you prefer. You can also adjust the spice in this recipe, if you prefer things to be a bit hotter, by adding more sambal oelek or adding in your favorite pepper!

Serves 2-3

Ingredients:

  • Block of firm tofu, water pressed out

  • 2 Tbsp garlic-infused olive oil*

  • Red bell pepper, diced

  • 1 c broccoli florets, chopped (or green beans)

  • 1 carrot, chopped

  • 2 Tbsp green onion stems, chopped

  • 1 c basil, chopped

Sauce:

  • 5 Tbsp coconut aminos (or soy sauce)

  • 3 tsp brown sugar

  • 3 Tbsp chopped chives or garlic scapes

  • ½ tsp minced ginger

  • 1 tsp sambal oelek

  • Pinch salt

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Directions:

  1. Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Crumble tofu with a fork, then add to the pan and saute 5 minutes. Make your sauce by mixing together all ingredients.

  2. Add remaining vegetables, except basil, to the pan, then mix in the sauce. Saute for 10-12 minutes, until vegetables are soft. 

  3. Remove the pan from heat, then stir in the basil until wilted. Serve warm. Option to top with a fried egg. 

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