Spicy Lemongrass Tofu

Name: Spicy Lemongrass Tofu
Ingredients: 2 lemongrass stalks, outer layers peeled, bottom white part thinly sliced and finely chopped (about 1/4 cup); 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons chopped Thai bird chiles or another fresh chile; 1/2 teaspoon dried chile flakes; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 12 ounces tofu, drained, patted dry and cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 yellow onion, cut into 1/8-inch slices; 2 shallots, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 4 tablespoons chopped Roasted Peanuts, recipe follows; 10 pepper leaves, shredded, or 2/3 cup loosely packed Asian basil leaves; 1 cup raw, shelled peanuts, skin removed