Tofu Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Ginger Sauce

Ground tofu lettuce wraps with spicy ginger miso sauce, pickled red onions, and toasted sesame seeds in butter lettuce cups.

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Tofu Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Ginger Sauce

Make easy tofu lettuce wraps with savory miso, spicy ginger sauce, and garlic. Serve in crisp butter lettuce cups with pickled red onions and sesame seeds.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Course: dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 152kcal

Author: Prajakta Sukhatme

Cost: $5

Equipment

Ingredients

1 (14 oz) block extra-firm tofu drained and pressed
1 tablespoon oil optional
1 tablespoon miso paste
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon liquid coconut amino or tamari or Soy sauce
1-2 teaspoon Sriracha or chili sauce, to taste

For The Lettuce Wraps and toppings

1 head butter lettuce leaves separated and washed
¼ cup pickled red onions for garnish
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the tofu: Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture. Crumble it into small pieces using your hands or a fork.
Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, water, and sriracha until smooth.
Cook the tofu: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the crumbled tofu and cook for 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and most of the moisture has evaporated.
Add the sauce: Pour the spicy ginger sauce over the tofu. Stir well and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until the tofu is evenly coated and the sauce thickens slightly.
Assemble the wraps: Spoon the warm ground tofu into the butter lettuce leaves. Top with pickled red onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve: Enjoy immediately while the tofu is warm and the lettuce is fresh and crisp.

Notes

Best tofu: Extra-firm tofu gives the filling the best texture.
Adjust the heat: Use less sriracha for a milder filling or add more for extra spice.
Storage: Refrigerate the cooked tofu filling in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Store lettuce and toppings separately.
Reheating: Warm the tofu filling in a skillet or microwave until hot, then assemble fresh lettuce wraps.

Pro Tip: Let the tofu brown before adding the sauce. This creates a better texture and helps the savory ginger-miso flavor shine.

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