Tofu Lettuce Wraps
Tofu lettuce wraps have a robust texture and the combination of flavors make this dish an irresistible option for any night of the week.
Servings: 1 person
Calories: 302kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ pound firm tofu drained (pressed if desired)
- ¼ carrot peeled and matchstick sliced
- 1 radish matchstick sliced
- 1 green onion thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 6-8 leaves butter lettuce aka Boston lettuce, washed and dried
Sauce
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon fresh ginger peeled and minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten free option
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon mustard powder
Instructions
- Cut off the base of the butter lettuce. Pull the leaves off and discard any that are not intact. Rinse leaves in cold water and drain.6-8 leaves butter lettuce
- Cut tofu into ½”/12mm cubes.
- Peel and thinly slice the carrot into ¼”/6mm or thinner sticks no more than 2”/5cm long. Cut radish into ¼”/6mm sticks.Finely mince the ginger and garlic. If you have a garlic press, this is a good time to use it.¼ carrot, 1 radish, ½ teaspoon fresh ginger, 1 clove garlic
- Mix the all the sauce ingredients together. Set aside.1 teaspoon brown sugar
- Heat oil in a large pan on medium. Add the tofu and cook for 2 minutes, stirring regularly.2 teaspoons vegetable oil, ¼ pound firm tofu
- Add the chopped carrots and radish. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring regularly.¼ carrot
- Pour in the sauce and cook for a final 2 minutes.1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, ½ teaspoon rice vinegar, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ⅛ teaspoon mustard powder
- Serve a scoop or 2 in each lettuce leaf with a sprinkle green onions or optional sesame seeds.Best if served warm.1 green onion
Notes
Cispy Tofu: For best results, use a pre-heated cast-iron skillet, and avoid excessively stirring the tofu. Let it form a nice sear on one side before flipping it or stirring it with a spatula. This approach not only simplifies the process, but it also guarantees delectably crispy tofu.
Pick fresh Lettuce: To prevent your lettuce wraps from falling apart or tearing, it's advisable to avoid over stuffing them and always opt for fresh lettuce to ensure their crispness and durability.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 22g | Sodium: 1030mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g
