Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps
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Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps

Main dishStarterFast foodMeat alternativeAsian

A delicious, meat-free take on the classic Chinese San Choy Bow. Crumbled tofu provides a meaty texture, combined with fresh vegetables and a savory, glossy sauce, served in crisp lettuce cups.

Time 25 min
Servings 3
Difficulty Easy
Calories 245 kcal

Preparation

  1. 1
    Step 1

    Whisk 6 g cornstarch with 45 ml water until smooth.

  2. 2
    Step 2

    Stir in 22.5 ml light soy sauce, 5 ml dark soy sauce, 22.5 ml oyster sauce, 5 ml sesame oil, 15 ml cooking wine, 5 g sugar, and 5 g ginger.

  3. 3
    Step 3

    Drain 250 g tofu, slice, and crumble with fingers into mince-like pieces.

  4. 4
    Step 4

    Heat 15 ml oil in a large pan over high heat.

  5. 5
    Step 5

    Add 75 g onion, 5 g garlic, and 65 g carrot. Sauté for 60 seconds.

    Timer · 1 min
  6. 6
    Step 6

    Add 60 g green beans and 35 g mushrooms. Cook for 2 minutes until beans are tender-crisp.

    Timer · 2 min
  7. 7
    Step 7

    Add the crumbled tofu to the pan and toss to combine.

  8. 8
    Step 8

    Pour the sauce mixture over the filling.

  9. 9
    Step 9

    Stir for 60 seconds until the sauce thickens and coats the mixture.

    Timer · 1 min
  10. 10
    Step 10

    Transfer the filling to a serving bowl.

  11. 11
    Step 11

    Serve with 12 lettuce leaves, 30 g peanuts, 20 g green onions, and 10 ml Sriracha on the side.

  12. 12
    Step 12

    Assemble by spooning filling into lettuce leaves and topping with condiments.

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