Description
These Tofu Lettuce Wraps are a vibrant and spicy vegan dish featuring crumbled firm tofu sautéed with garlic, ginger, and chili paste, combined with fresh bell pepper, carrot, and green onions, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a light and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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Tofu Mixture
- 1 block of firm tofu, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 head of lettuce, leaves separated
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat to create a flavorful base for the tofu mixture.
- Sauté aromatics: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, to release their aromas.
- Cook tofu: Add the crumbled tofu to the pan and cook until golden brown, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking and avoid sticking.
- Season tofu: Stir in soy sauce and chili paste thoroughly, coating the tofu evenly with the sauce for a spicy umami flavor.
- Add vegetables: Incorporate diced red bell pepper and shredded carrot, cooking until the vegetables become tender but still retain some crunch, about 3-4 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning: Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, balancing the flavors according to preference.
- Finish and combine: Remove from heat and stir in chopped green onions for freshness and a mild onion flavor.
- Serve: Spoon the tofu mixture into separated fresh lettuce leaves, folding them like wraps and serve immediately while warm and crisp.
Notes
- For extra crunch, you can add chopped water chestnuts or peanuts.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Adjust chili paste quantity to suit your preferred spice level.
- Firm tofu works best as it holds shape and texture during cooking.
- Lettuce varieties like butter or romaine work well as wraps.
- Serve with a side of steamed rice for a more filling meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: tofu lettuce wraps, spicy tofu recipe, vegan wraps, Asian tofu dish, healthy lettuce wraps
