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Tofu Lettuce Wraps


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  • Author: betty-m
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A quick and nutritious meal featuring sautéed tofu in a fresh lettuce wrap, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
  • ¼ cup onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 14 ounce block extra firm tofu, pressed
  • ¼ cup Tamari or low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 Tablespoon Thai sweet red chili sauce
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • â…“ cup cashews, chopped
  • ¼ cup scallions, chopped
  • ¼ cup cilantro, fresh, chopped
  • ¼½ cup carrots, shredded
  • Sesame seeds, for topping
  • 1 head butter lettuce, leaves removed and washed

Instructions

  1. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil. The oil should shimmer as it heats.
  2. Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Crumble the tofu directly into the pan and mix it with the onions, cooking for 4-5 minutes.
  5. Combine the Tamari, Thai sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and maple syrup in a separate bowl, then pour over the tofu mixture.
  6. Toss everything together and add chopped cashews before lowering the heat and cooking for another 2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and mix in the shredded carrots, chopped scallions, and cilantro.
  8. Assemble the wraps by taking a lettuce leaf, adding a spoonful of the tofu mixture, and topping with sesame seeds.

Notes

Ensure the tofu is well-pressed to prevent sogginess. If in a time crunch, consider using pre-cut vegetables.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 wraps
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg