Fresh tofu, crisp veggies, and creamy peanut sauce come together in vibrant, flavor-packed lettuce wraps.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Tofu
01 - 14 ounces firm tofu, drained and pressed
02 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
03 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if required)
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
→ For the Peanut Sauce
06 - 4 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
07 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if required)
08 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
09 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
10 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
11 - 1 to 2 tablespoons warm water, as needed
12 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
13 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
14 - 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional)
→ For the Wraps
15 - 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated and washed
16 - 1 small carrot, julienned
17 - 1/2 cucumber, julienned
18 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
19 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
20 - 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped
21 - Fresh cilantro, for garnish
22 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Cut firm tofu into half-inch cubes and toss evenly with cornstarch, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes in a single layer and fry, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp on all sides for 8 to 10 minutes.
03 - During the last minute of cooking, drizzle in soy sauce and lime juice. Toss to coat tofu, then remove skillet from heat.
04 - Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup or honey, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, sriracha or chili garlic sauce if using, and 1 tablespoon warm water in a bowl. Whisk until smooth, gradually adding more water to reach a pourable consistency.
05 - Julienne carrot and cucumber, thinly slice red bell pepper and spring onions. Arrange lettuce leaves on a serving platter.
06 - Fill each lettuce leaf with crisp tofu, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, and spring onions. Drizzle with peanut sauce, sprinkle with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with lime wedges.
