Description
These spicy tofu spring rolls are packed with fresh vegetables and tofu, drizzled with peanut sauce, and wrapped in rice paper for a refreshing and satisfying appetizer.
Ingredients
Units
- 2 brown rice spring roll wrappers
- 2/3 cup (160 ml) fresh spinach leaves or other salad greens
- 1 medium carrot, trimmed, peeled, cut into matchsticks
- 2-inch wedge of English cucumber, cut into matchsticks
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Spicy Peanut Tofu (see recipe below)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
For the Spicy Peanut Tofu
- 1 package extra firm tofu, crumbled
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Bragg's Liquid Aminos (or soy sauce)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Cholula Hot Sauce (or equivalent, to taste)
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) natural peanut butter
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) balsamic vinegar
Instructions
For the Spicy Peanut Tofu
- Heat a large wok or skillet and add the crumbled tofu. Brown slightly, stirring occasionally, adding a little water if needed to prevent sticking to the pan.
- Sprinkle with the Bragg’s Liquid Aminos and Cholula hot sauce, and continue cooking until slightly browned.
- Add the peanut butter and balsamic vinegar, and continue cooking until golden and crispy. Turn off the heat and set aside.
- Prepare the rice paper wrappers according to the package instructions. Typically, this involves briefly dipping each wrapper in warm water until pliable, then laying it flat on a plate.
- Place a few spinach leaves evenly over the bottom third of the wrapper.
- Layer the carrot and cucumber matchsticks on top of the spinach.
- Top with 1/2 cup of the Spicy Peanut Tofu.
- Optionally, add fresh mint leaves for additional flavor.
- Carefully fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling, then roll from the bottom up, keeping the roll tight but not tearing the wrapper.
- Repeat with the remaining wrapper and ingredients.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a more filling roll, add more tofu or vegetables.
- These rolls are best served immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for a few hours, covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.
- Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of sriracha.
- Experiment with different greens or herbs like cilantro or basil for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 8 grams
- Carbohydrates: 22 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg