Tofu In Lettuce Cups Recipe

Name: Tofu In Lettuce Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs firm silken tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; None None Peanut oil, for deep-frying; 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced; 1 medium cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced; 1 cup bean sprouts; 1/4 cup firmly packed Thai basil leaves; 1/2 cup firmly packed fresh cilantro leaves; 8 large iceberg lettuce leaves; None None FOR THE DRESSING; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tbsp grated palm sugar or brown sugar; 1 1/2 tbsp dark soy sauce; 1 1/2 tsp sambal oelek (Indonesian ground chili paste)

Servings: persons

2 lbs firm silken tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
None None Peanut oil, for deep-frying
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 medium cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced
1 cup bean sprouts
1/4 cup firmly packed Thai basil leaves
1/2 cup firmly packed fresh cilantro leaves
8 large iceberg lettuce leaves
None None FOR THE DRESSING
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tbsp grated palm sugar or brown sugar
1 1/2 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 1/2 tsp sambal oelek (Indonesian ground chili paste)

1
Spread the tofu, in a single layer, on a paper towel-lined tray. Cover the tofu with more paper towels. Let stand for 1 hour, changing the paper after 30 mins.
2
Heat the oil in a wok on medium-high heat. Deep-fry the tofu, in batches, for about 3-5 mins, or until lightly browned. Drain on paper towel.
3
For the dressing, whisk all the ingredients in small bowl until the sugar dissolves.
4
Combine the tofu, onion, cucumber, bean sprouts, herbs and dressing in a large bowl. Season to taste.
5
Serve on lettuce leaves.

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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: 2 lbs firm silken tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, None None Peanut oil, for deep-frying, 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced, 1 medium cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Tofu In Lettuce Cups 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.

Tofu In Lettuce Cups

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