Spicy Tofu Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Name: Spicy Tofu Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking Spray; 1 block 15-oz. Size, Firm Tofu, Cut Into Small Cubes; 2 teaspoons Lite Soy Sauce; 1 cup Red Bell Pepper, Small Dice; 1 cup Red Onion, Small Dice; 2 teaspoons Garlic, Minced; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Ginger, Grated; 1/2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes; 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha Hot Sauce; 3 Tablespoons Mirin (can Substitute White Wine Vinegar Or Sherry Vinegar If Mirin Is Unavailable); 2 Tablespoons Hoisin Sauce; 2 teaspoons Spicy Brown Mustard; 12 whole Romaine Lettuce Leaves

Servings: persons

Cooking Spray
1 block 15-oz. Size, Firm Tofu, Cut Into Small Cubes
2 teaspoons Lite Soy Sauce
1 cup Red Bell Pepper, Small Dice
1 cup Red Onion, Small Dice
2 teaspoons Garlic, Minced
1 Tablespoon Fresh Ginger, Grated
1/2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 teaspoons Sriracha Hot Sauce
3 Tablespoons Mirin (can Substitute White Wine Vinegar Or Sherry Vinegar If Mirin Is Unavailable)
2 Tablespoons Hoisin Sauce
2 teaspoons Spicy Brown Mustard
12 whole Romaine Lettuce Leaves

1
Start by heating a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
2
Add a spray or two of cooking spray and add the tofu cubes to the pan.
3
Cook for 5-10 minutes, turning it a couple of times.
4
When tofu is browned, add the soy sauce, stir to coat well, cook another 5 minutes.
5
Transfer tofu to a bowl and set aside.
6
In the same pan, add another spray of cooking spray, and add the bell pepper, onion, garlic, ginger, pepper flakes and Sriracha and cook 10 minutes or until vegetables are softened.
7
Add the mirin and cook 3-5 minutes.
8
If you dont have mirin, you can substitute with white wine or sherry vinegar.
9
Next add the hoisin and spicy brown mustard and stir well.
10
Lastly, add the tofu back into the pan and toss well to coat well.
11
Serve the tofu wrapped in lettuce leaves and enjoy!
12
Recipe adapted from Isa Chandra.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking Spray, 1 block 15-oz. Size, Firm Tofu, Cut Into Small Cubes, 2 teaspoons Lite Soy Sauce, 1 cup Red Bell Pepper, Small Dice, and more.

Yes, Spicy Tofu Lettuce Wraps falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Tofu Lettuce Wraps

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Variations & substitutions

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