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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Tofu
- 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 for about 15 minutes.
- 2
Cube the Tofu
Once pressed, cut the tofu into small cubes (about 1/2 inch).
- 3
Cook the Tofu
In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and cook the tofu cubes until golden brown on all sides, about 10-15 minutes.
Preparation of Vegetables
- 4
Prepare the Vegetables
While the tofu is cooking, peel and julienne the carrot, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and chop the red bell pepper into small pieces.
Sauce Preparation
- 5
Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and minced ginger. Whisk until well blended.
Assembly
- 6
- 7
Add Sauce
Drizzle the sauce over the filled lettuce leaf.
- 8
Garnish
Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top of the sauce.
- 9
Serve
Roll up the lettuce wrap and enjoy immediately!
