15 New Year Finger Foods for Media Noche and New Year Party

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: cooked chickpeas

Tempeh offers a nutty flavor and is a great protein alternative.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and has a similar taste.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free option with crunch.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon adds acidity, while vinegar is often more affordable.

Prepare the vegetables by julienning carrots and shredding cabbage.

Sauté garlic and onion in sesame oil until fragrant.

Add tofu and cook until lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in the carrots, cabbage, and bean sprouts; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.

Season with soy sauce and sugar; remove from heat and let cool.

Soak rice paper wrappers in warm water until pliable, about 15 seconds.

Place a wrapper on a clean surface and layer with lettuce, cooked filling, and coriander.

Fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom up.

Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.

Serve with chili sauce and lime wedges on the side.

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