Jul 14 2026
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Vegan Bun Recipe

Inspired by Eem - Thai BBQ & Cocktails
Time45m
Serves4

Rice noodles, grilled tofu, fresh herbs, and vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Noodles

Tofu

Fresh Herbs & Vegetables

Sauce

Method

Noodles Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook Rice Noodles

    Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add rice noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually about 4-6 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Tofu Preparation

  1. 2

    Prepare Tofu

    Press the firm tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Marinate the tofu cubes in this mixture for at least 15 minutes.

  2. 3

    Grill Tofu

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill marinated tofu cubes for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assembling the Bun

  1. 4

    Prepare Fresh Ingredients

    Wash and prepare fresh herbs (basil, cilantro, and lettuce). Julienne the carrot and slice the cucumber.

  2. 5

    Assemble the Bun

    In a large bowl, combine cooked rice noodles, grilled tofu, fresh herbs, julienned carrot, and sliced cucumber. Toss gently to mix everything together.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 6

    Make the Sauce

    In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and water until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Vegan Bun

    Divide the noodle and tofu mixture into serving bowls. Drizzle with the peanut sauce and serve immediately.

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