Cashew Tofu Lettuce Wraps (Vegan!)

Name: Cashew Tofu Lettuce Wraps (Vegan!)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 serving
Ingredients: 14 oz. block extra-firm tofu; 1/2 cup cashew pieces; 4 green onions; 3 cloves garlic; 1 tsp. ginger, freshly grated; 1/4 cup hoisin sauce; 2 Tbsp. tamari; 1 1/2 Tbsp. rice vinegar; 2 tsp. pure maple syrup; Bibb/butter lettuce leaves; peanut sauce; Garnish (optional): mung bean sprouts, sesame seeds, green onions, crushed peanuts

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Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
3
Calories
273 kcal
Course
Main Course, Appetizer
Cuisine
Asian, Vegan, gluten-free

Cashew Tofu Lettuce Wraps (Vegan!)

Clara Sanders

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These easy, flavorful lettuce wraps are drizzled with a creamy peanut sauce. It's the perfect combination of light and refreshing, yet satisfying and protein-rich!

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Ingredients

Servings

For the cashew-tofu mixture:

14 oz. block extra-firm tofu (pressed*)
1/2 cup cashew pieces
4 green onions
3 cloves garlic
1 tsp. ginger, freshly grated

For the hoisin-tamari sauce:

1/4 cup hoisin sauce (gluten-free if needed)
2 Tbsp. tamari
1 1/2 Tbsp. rice vinegar
2 tsp. pure maple syrup

For serving:

Bibb/butter lettuce leaves
peanut sauce (for drizzling)
Garnish (optional): mung bean sprouts, sesame seeds, green onions, crushed peanuts

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Instructions

Make the sauce: Add hoisin, tamari, rice vinegar, and maple syrup to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
Prepare tofu mixture: Slice green onions, mince garlic, and grate ginger. Crumble/tear tofu into small pieces.
Cook: In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add crumbled tofu. Sauté for 6-7 minutes until slightly golden, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Then add cashews, green onions, garlic, and ginger. Stir and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Add sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the hoisin-tamari sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through.
Assemble wraps: Scoop mixture down the center of butter lettuce leaves. (Try not to overfill them.) Drizzle with peanut sauce. Top with mung bean sprouts, sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, or other desired toppings.

Notes

*Pressing tofu: Use a tofu press for about 15-20 minutes (or longer) or simply press between paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Yield: Recipe makes about 2.5 cups of the cashew-tofu mixture.
Make it spicy: Add chili sauce, red pepper flakes, or sriracha to taste.
For gluten-free: Use GF tamari and hoisin sauce. (San-J brand makes a vegan/GF hoisin.)
For oil-free: Ensure your hoisin sauce does not contain oil. (San-J's brand is oil-free.)
Nutrition: Estimated nutritional content is calculated without peanut sauce and optional toppings.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 273kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Potassium 468mg (13%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 161IU (3%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 81mg (8%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 273 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	273kcal	14%
Carbohydrates	25g	8%
Protein	16g	32%
Fat	13g	20%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat	4g	24%
Monounsaturated Fat	6g	30%
Cholesterol	1mg	0%
Potassium	468mg	10%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	12g	24%
Vitamin A	161IU	3%
Vitamin C	4mg	4%
Calcium	81mg	8%
Iron	4mg	22%