Lettuce Wrap

 Lettuce Wrap:

Ingredients

  • 1 head iceberg, butter, or romaine lettuce leaves separated, cleaned and dried

For tofu filling

  • 250g block firm or extra-firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil I like peanut oil
  • 1 small white onion or 1/2 large onion, diced
  • 2 sliced green onions white and green parts separated
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons minced ginger
  • 200g water chestnuts diced

Soya sauce dip

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons minced ginger
  • 1/4 cup vegan oyster sauce or hoisin sauce (see notes)
  • Green chilli
  • 1 teaspoon Vinegar

Peanut butter dip

  • 2 tablespoon Peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon Maple syrup

Topping Ideas

  • shredded carrots
  • toasted nuts I like peanuts, cashews, or sliced almonds
  • fresh herbs such as cilantro, mint, or Thai basil
  • crispy rice noodles
  • fresh mung bean sprouts
  • pickled onion

Instructions

  • Cook the Tofu Filling: Press the Tofu (optional but recommended).Brown the tofu: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, crumble in the tofu and stir fry until golden brown.  Once tofu is browned to your preference, remove it to a bowl and set aside.
  • Stir-fry: In the same pan/wok, heat another tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once oil is hot, add in the diced onion, white parts of the scallions, minced garlic, minced ginger, and chili paste (if using). Stir-fry 3-5 minutes, or until onions are translucent.
  • Prepare 2 sauces:   soya-chilli sauce, peanut soya, maple syrup sauce
  • Taste and adjust to preference. Stir in the green parts of the scallions and serve.

Serve Lettuce Wraps

  • To serve, scoop filling into lettuce leaves, add tofu and your favorite toppings, add sauce as per liking(soya or peanut butter sauce and enjoy!

There are a few reasons why vegan lettuce wraps are one of my all-time favorite meals. They are:

  • Healthy: Made with fresh, simple ingredients, plant-based protein, and packed with fiber, you can eat well knowing you’re putting good stuff into your body.
  • Super refreshing. This dish is great year-round. If you’re not a big fan of traditional salads, this is one way to sneak in plenty of fresh greens
  • Get creative with your toppings: This recipe is a perfect blank canvas; don’t be afraid to improvise. Add any of your favorite diced veggies into the mix —red bell peppers, zucchini, shredded carrot, chopped toasted peanuts, sliced avocado, toasted sesame seeds, toasted almonds, fresh herbs (such as cilantro or Thai basil). A drizzle of toasted sesame oil or crispy rice noodles. A squeeze of fresh lime would also elevate this dish! The sky’s the limit.

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