Description
Vietnamese-inspired lettuce wrap rolls bring zesty Asian flavors to your table with fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and savory protein. Delicate lettuce leaves cradle a perfect balance of textures and tastes you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Vegetables:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 8 ounces (226 grams) extra firm tofu, drained and crumbled
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 0.75 cup carrot, grated
- 1 cup water chestnuts, drained and diced
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 1 cup green onion, chopped plus more for garnish
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce, or Sambal Oelek
- 2 teaspoons coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
Wrapping and Garnish:
- 15 rice paper sheets
- 1 head of butter leaf lettuce
- Fresh chopped cilantro
- Crispy wonton strips
- Spicy soy sauce for serving
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning blend by whisking together all flavor-enhancing components, creating a harmonious mixture that will elevate the overall taste profile of the lettuce wrap rolls.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté sliced mushrooms and crumbled tofu, allowing excess moisture to evaporate completely while developing a crispy exterior on the tofu pieces.
- Introduce finely chopped onions, diced water chestnuts, julienned carrots, minced garlic, and grated ginger into the skillet, continuously stirring to ensure even cooking and preventing any burning.
- Soften rice paper wrappers in warm water for approximately 10 to 15 seconds, carefully transferring them to a clean, damp kitchen towel to prevent sticking.
- Layer a fresh lettuce leaf as the base, followed by the aromatic vegetable and tofu mixture, then sprinkle with fresh cilantro leaves and crispy wonton strips.
- Fold the bottom of the rice paper wrapper over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly to create a neat, compact parcel that contains all the delicious ingredients.
- Plate the lettuce wrap rolls and accompany with a small dish of soy sauce for dipping, garnishing the plate with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions.
Notes
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking process and reduce kitchen stress.
- Ensure rice paper is soft but not too wet when wrapping to prevent tearing.
- Tofu works best when pressed and dried completely before sautéing for crispier texture.
- Variations possible with protein substitutions like chicken or shrimp for different flavor profiles.
- Leftover filling makes excellent salad topping or quick next-day lunch option.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: <1mg