Get ready to transform your kitchen into a gourmet vegan paradise with these mouthwatering lettuce wraps that rival the famous P.F. Chang's version! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a plant-based dish so delicious, you won't believe it's completely vegan. Packed with crispy tofu, vibrant vegetables, and a savory sauce that'll make your taste buds dance, these lettuce wraps are about to become your new favorite quick and healthy meal that looks like it came straight from a restaurant kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 can water chestnuts, chopped
- 1 block firm tofu, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 head of butter lettuce, leaves separated
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables. Drain tofu and press out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, then crumble into small pieces.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add crumbled tofu and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even browning and moisture reduction.
- Add chopped mushrooms, bell peppers, and shredded carrots to the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened but still retain some crunch.
- Stir in chopped water chestnuts and cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through and integrate flavors.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar. Pour the sauce mixture over the tofu and vegetable mixture, stirring to coat evenly and allow flavors to meld.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken and coat the ingredients.
- Carefully separate butter lettuce leaves, washing and patting them dry. Arrange leaves on a serving platter.
- Spoon the warm tofu and vegetable mixture into each lettuce leaf, creating individual wraps.
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to fold and eat their lettuce wraps as desired. Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.
Tips
- Press your tofu thoroughly to remove excess moisture - this ensures a crispy, golden texture that mimics meat perfectly.
- Use a hot skillet or wok to get a nice sear on the tofu and vegetables, which develops deeper flavor.
- Choose butter lettuce for the most authentic restaurant-style wrap experience - its soft, cup-like leaves are ideal for holding the filling.
- Prep all ingredients before cooking to ensure a smooth, quick cooking process.
- Don't overcook the vegetables - you want them to retain a slight crunch for textural contrast.
- Adjust the sauce to your taste by adding more soy sauce for saltiness or hoisin for sweetness.
- For extra protein, consider adding some crumbled tempeh or plant-based ground "meat" alongside the tofu.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
