Asian Vegan Beef Lettuce Wraps - Quick and Easy

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is higher in protein and fiber, while seitan is often more affordable.

hoisin sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce with maple syrup

💰Cheaper: sweet chili sauce

Sweet chili sauce can be a budget-friendly alternative with a similar flavor profile.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free option, while pumpkin seeds are often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat, while canola oil is a cost-effective substitute.

Cook 1 cup of sweet pink rice and 1 cup of black forbidden rice according to package instructions.

Julienne 1/2 cup of carrots using a julienne peeler.

Thinly slice 1/2 cup of scallions.

Mix 2 tablespoons of soy sauce with 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce to make the filling.

Brown the Beyond Burger on medium heat for 4-5 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon until nicely browned.

Add 1 cup of diced onions and 10 ounces of finely chopped baby Bella mushrooms to the browned burger and stir together, cooking until moisture is absorbed.

Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, the soy sauce and hoisin sauce mixture, and 2 teaspoons of fresh grated ginger to the mixture.

If desired, add 2 teaspoons of green dragon or sriracha sauce for spice and stir together.

Let the mixture cook for about 4 minutes.

Assemble the lettuce wraps by taking a piece of Boston bib lettuce and adding a heaping tablespoon of black rice, a heaping tablespoon of pink rice, and a heaping tablespoon or two of the vegan beef mixture.

Garnish with matchstick carrots, scallion slices, cilantro, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

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