Crispy Tofu Stir-Fry with Spicy Bok Choy and Oyster Sauce
Stir-Fried Tofu with White Bok Choy (Tumis Tahu Sawi Putih)
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| White bok choy (Sawi Putih) | 1 head |
| Yellow tofu (Tahu Kuning) | 6 pieces |
| Shallots | 5 cloves |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Red curly chili (Cabai Merah Keriting) | 5 pieces |
| Bird’s eye chili (Cabai Rawit) | 3 pieces |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| White pepper | To taste |
| Saori oyster sauce | To taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the Tofu:
Cut the yellow tofu into bite-sized cubes. Heat oil in a pan and fry the tofu until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Remove from the pan and set aside. -
Sauté the Aromatics:
In the same pan, leave a small amount of oil and add the shallots and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and slightly softened. Add the red curly chili and bird’s eye chili for a bit of heat. Continue sautéing until the chilies soften.Related Articles -
Combine Ingredients:
Return the fried tofu to the pan along with the chopped bok choy. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. -
Season:
Add salt, sugar, and white pepper to taste. Pour in a generous splash of Saori oyster sauce and mix thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. -
Cook Until Tender:
Continue cooking until the bok choy is tender but still retains a slight crunch, and all the flavors have melded together. -
Serve:
Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy your delicious stir-fried tofu with white bok choy as a side dish or a main vegetarian meal!
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~150 |
| Protein | ~10g |
| Carbohydrates | ~8g |
| Fat | ~8g |
| Fiber | ~3g |
| Sodium | ~200mg |
Enjoy this quick and flavorful stir-fry recipe with the perfect combination of tofu’s crispy texture and the freshness of white bok choy, enhanced by a savory touch of oyster sauce!

