Description
Savory Korean-inspired lettuce wrap rolls blend zesty marinated beef with crisp vegetables and aromatic herbs. Fresh ingredients create a delightful balance of flavors that will satisfy you at first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 8 oz (226 g) extra firm tofu, drained and crumbled
- 15 rice paper sheets
- 1 head of butter leaf lettuce
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 0.75 cup carrot, grated
- 1 cup water chestnuts, drained and diced
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 1 cup green onion, chopped plus more for garnish
- 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce, or Sambal Oelek
- 2 teaspoons coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- Fresh chopped cilantro
- Crispy wonton strips
- Spicy soy sauce for serving
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Flavor Preparation: Whisk seasoning ingredients into a cohesive blend, ensuring all components are thoroughly integrated for a robust taste profile.
- Protein Transformation: Sear tofu and mushrooms in a skillet over medium-high heat, aggressively cooking until moisture dissipates and edges turn golden and crisp.
- Vegetable Integration: Introduce onions, water chestnuts, carrots, garlic, and ginger into the skillet, stirring constantly to develop a complex, caramelized flavor foundation while preventing scorching.
- Wrapper Technique: Briefly immerse rice paper in warm water, then transfer to a damp towel, allowing it to become pliable and flexible for precise rolling.
- Assembly Mastery: Layer a crisp lettuce leaf as the foundation, generously spread the tofu-vegetable mixture, then crown with fresh cilantro and crunchy wonton strips for textural contrast.
- Precision Rolling: Carefully encase the filling by folding the wrapper’s bottom over the ingredients, strategically tucking sides and rolling into a compact, secure parcel that locks in all flavors.
- Presentation Finale: Arrange rolls on a serving plate, accompany with soy sauce for dipping, and embellish with toasted sesame seeds and delicate green onion slivers for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Master Moisture Control: Pat tofu and vegetables completely dry before cooking to prevent soggy rolls and ensure a crispy, golden texture that enhances overall flavor and structural integrity.
- Wrapper Wisdom: Work quickly when softening rice paper to avoid tearing; have all ingredients prepped and ready before starting the wrapping process for smooth, efficient assembly.
- Flavor Layering Technique: Build depth by sautéing ingredients sequentially, allowing each component to caramelize and develop rich, complex taste profiles before combining.
- Serving Smart: Prepare rolls just before serving to maintain crisp lettuce and prevent sogginess, keeping wonton strips and fresh herbs on the side for guests to add their own crunch and freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg