Vegan Lettuce Wraps with Tofu

Vegan Lettuce Wraps with Tofu

These easy to make vegan lettuce wraps will be loved by everyone, including meat eaters. The tofu provides a texture similar to ground chicken.

Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
188 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Place tofu onto a plate and place another plate on top. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes; drain and discard the accumulated liquid.
Step 2
Combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and garlic in a bowl; mix to combine and set aside.
Step 3
Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Crumble tofu into the skillet and cook for 5 minutes. Add onion and cook and stir for 3 minutes. Stir in mushrooms and water chestnuts and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in hoisin mixture and mix well. Cook enough for the liquid to reduce some.
Step 5
Serve with lettuce and garnish with green onions and carrots.
Vegan Lettuce Wraps with Tofu

Ingredients

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
  • 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
  • 2 tablespoons Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw
  • 6 baby bella mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, rinsed and chopped
  • 1 medium head bibb or Boston lettuce, separated into leaves
  • 2 tablespoons shredded carrots, or to taste
  • 0.5 medium onion, chopped

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