Crystal Margarine Recipes
Prep: 20 minutes
Servings: 4-6 people
Refreshing and spicy at the same time! These Spicy Tofu Lettuce Wraps are a great appetizer or summer meal for those hot days. Tofu cooked with chili, ginger, and honey brings a kick of sweet heat that is balanced out with fresh veggies. Wrap it all up in a lettuce leaf for a healthy and satisfying crunch.
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ingredients
Spicy Tofu
2 tbsp
soy sauce
1 tbsp
chili garlic sauce
1 tbsp
honey
1 tbsp
fresh lime juice
1 tsp
ginger paste
1/2 tsp
chili flakes
1 lb
extra firm tofu
1 tbsp
Crystal margarine
Wraps
12
Boston Bibb lettuce leaves
1 cup
shredded carrots
1 cup
julienned cucumber
2
green onions, sliced
1/4 cup
cilantro leaves
1/4 cup
chopped and toasted cashews
1
lime, sliced into wedges
directions
For the Tofu:
Whisk together soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, lime juice, ginger paste, and chili flakes. Divide the mixture in two half.
Line a cutting board with paper towel. Slice the tofu block into 1/2 inch slices and place on a paper towel. Cover the slices with additional paper towel and top with a heavy cutting board. Let the tofu sit for 15-20 minutes, allowing the paper towel to soak up any extra moisture.
Once pressed to your liking, chop each tofu slice into 1/2 inch cubes. Place in a medium bowl and toss with half the sauce.
Heat Crystal margarine in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add tofu and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through and golden in colour.
For the Wraps:
Divide lettuce among plates or on a large serving platter. Place equal amounts of tofu in the bottom of each lettuce leaf. Garnish with shredded carrots, green onions, and cashews. Serve with lime a lime wedge and remaining sauce.
