Easy Vegan Gluten Free Shrimp

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and lower in sodium.

vegan shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: jackfruit

Tofu is a lower-cost protein alternative.

coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Soy sauce is a more affordable option.

lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice can be a cost-effective substitute.

Start the night before by adding 12 ounces of firm tofu, 1 nori sheet, 1/2 teaspoon of old-based seasoning, and 1 cup of boiling water to a jar and let it sit overnight to marinate.

Once the tofu is ready, drain and rinse it.

Mix the tofu with 1/4 cup of grated carrots, 2 teaspoons of miso paste, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper using a potato masher.

Add in 1 tablespoon of glutinous rice flour and 1 tablespoon of konjac powder to bind the mixture.

Mix until it turns into a soft dough.

Bring a pot of water to a boil.

Flatten the dough into a 1/2 inch thickness, wrap it tightly in aluminum foil, and place it in a steamer basket.

Let it simmer for 90 minutes, then remove from heat and allow to cool.

Cut the cooled dough into about 15 even sliced pieces.

Use rice paper, cut in half, and submerge each piece in warm water for about 1-2 minutes until soft.

Place a piece of the dough towards the bottom of the rice paper and roll upward until it reaches the end, leaving some rice paper at the bottom to serve as the shrimp tail.

Fold the shrimp onto a skewer to help hold its shape.

Mix together some olive oil and paprika, then brush both sides of the shrimp with the mixture.

Grill the shrimp on medium-high heat for about 1 minute on each side until lightly golden brown.

To make the chili sauce, add 1 teaspoon of oil, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger to a large skillet set to medium-low heat and sauté until fragrant.

Add in 3 tablespoons of sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, a pinch of salt, and a drizzle of sesame oil, then turn off the heat and stir to combine.

Add the cooked shrimp to the pan and coat with the sauce.

Top with chives and enjoy.

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