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Ingredients
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Wrap Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Press the Tofu
Wrap the firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top to press out excess moisture. Let it sit for about 15 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the tofu is pressing, peel and julienne the carrot and cucumber. Chop the green onions finely and set aside.
Cooking the Tofu
- 3
Cube the Tofu
Once the tofu is pressed, cut it into small cubes (about 1 cm).
- 4
Cook the Tofu
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of oil and the cubed tofu. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Combine Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
Assembling the Wraps
- 6
Mix Tofu with Sauce
Once the tofu is cooked, pour the sauce over the tofu in the skillet. Stir to coat the tofu evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- 7
Build the Wraps
Lay out the lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon a portion of the tofu mixture into the center of each leaf. Top with julienned carrot, cucumber, and chopped green onions.
- 8
Serve
Serve the tofu lettuce wraps immediately, allowing everyone to pick their own wrap.
