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Lettuce Wraps With Hoison-Mustard Tofu
Jon Simon

Lettuce Wraps With Hoisin-Mustard Tofu

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These addictive lettuce wraps with hoisin-mustard tofu are quick to prepare and deliver a satisfying, interactive dining experience that's naturally vegan and gluten-free.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 169

Ingredients
 
 

Main
  • 14 oz Tofu Firm or extra-firm tofu works best.
  • 1 tablespoon Non stick cooking spray For frying tofu.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil For sautéing vegetables.
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper Chopped.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Minced.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Mirin Japanese rice wine.
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce For the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Adjust type based on preference.
  • 8 leaves Lettuce leaves Butter lettuce or iceberg recommended.

Equipment

  • Cast iron or heavy bottomed nonstick skillet
  • Second pan for sauce
  • Spatula or tongs for flipping

Method
 

  1. Heat a cast iron or heavy bottomed nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Add tofu to the skillet and dry fry for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown. Drizzle soy sauce over tofu and toss to coat.
  3. In another pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Sauté red bell pepper, onion, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes for about 10 minutes until soft and caramelized.
  4. Add mirin to the vegetable mixture and simmer for 3 minutes to cook off alcohol and concentrate sweetness.
  5. Stir in hoisin sauce and mustard, cooking for another minute. Add tofu to the sauce and toss to coat.
  6. Spoon the tofu and sauce mixture into fresh lettuce leaves and serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 11gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0.2mgSodium: 718mgPotassium: 159mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1158IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 144mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Press tofu beforehand to remove excess moisture for a crispier texture. Serve immediately to maintain the contrast between crispy tofu and fresh lettuce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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