Tofu Lettuce Wraps | Chef AJ LIVE! with Mrs. Slim on Plants

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: mushrooms

Tempeh provides a similar texture with added protein.

hoisin sauce

🥗Healthier: plum sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce + sugar

Plum sauce offers a sweet flavor with fewer calories.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

crushed peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: chopped almonds

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and lower in cost.

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then crumble it into small pieces.

Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 inch of minced ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in the crumbled tofu and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Add 1 chopped carrot and 1 chopped bell pepper; cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.

Pour in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce; mix well to combine.

Remove from heat and stir in 2 chopped green onions and 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro.

Spoon the tofu mixture into lettuce leaves to create wraps.

Top with 1/4 cup of crushed peanuts and a squeeze of lime juice.

Serve immediately with additional soy sauce on the side.

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