Tofu Lettuce Wraps

Tofu Lettuce Wraps

Recipe by mrsslimonplantsCourse: Breakfast
Servings

3-4

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

28

minutes
Total time

33

minutes

Ingredients

  • For Brussel Sprouts:
  • Brussel sprouts – 450 grams

  • 3-4 cups hot water to boil

  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp sriracha

  • 1 tsp tahini

  • 1.5- 2 tsp maple syrup

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard

  • salt per taste

  • Everything but bagel seasoning (to sprinkle on top)

  • For Tofu:
  • 1/2 a block (extra firm tofu)

  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tsp tahini

  • 1.5 tsp maple syrup

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/2 tsp sriracha (+/-)

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard

  • 1 tbsp corn starch

  • salt per taste

  • Additional Toppings:
  • Cilantro

  • Mint leaves

  • Everything but bagel seasoning

  • Thin slices of cucumber (English Cucumber)

Directions

  • Rinse and wash brussels sprouts. Remove Brussel sprouts ends and toss them in a hot boiling water on a medium/high heat and cook for about 10 minutes.
  • While brussels sprouts are cooking, press Tofu. Cut it in small cubes, coat with corn starch. Air fry at 400 F for 8-10 minutes. Flip half way through.
  • After 10 minutes Drain, pat dry brussels sprouts with towel. Then smash them one by one with a glass, Toss them in a big bowl, pour over the sauce, Mix well. Air fry at 400 F for 10 minutes, make sure to flip half way through.
  • In the meantime on a non-stick frying pan, toss tofu and pour the sauce. Cook on low/medium heat for 1-2 minutes till sauce thickens & sticks to tofu. Keep aside on a serving dish.
  • Wash your lettuce leaves, pat dry and lay them flat on a serving plate along with other ingredients.
  • Once Brussel sprouts are ready, assemble your lettuce wraps with tofu, Brussel sprouts, add mint leaves, cilantro, add splash of lime juice, sprinkle some everything but bagel seasoning and some sriracha. Enjoy!

Recipe Video

Notes

  • This works great as a side dish, starter, snack or even a main dish.

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