Vegan Lemon Garlic Tofu Lettuce Cups

The Vegan Lemon Garlic Tofu Lettuce Cups will definitely amaze you because they look very appealing. The method to prepare these cups is not difficult at all. You will notice that the ingredients for these Vegan Lemon Garlic Tofu Lettuce Cups are not hard to look for. One good point for vegans is that it is plant-based, and vegans will enjoy eating it. 30 minutes will be the total time requirement for your dish, which is a decent time. We will add tofu cubes to the lettuce to make cups after seasoning them. This dish will not feel very heavy to consume as well. It is healthy as well as very tasty.

STATS:

• Prep duration: 15 minutes
• Number of calories: 210 kcal
• Cooking time: 15 minutes
• Diet: Vegan
• Portion size: 2 lettuce cups
• Total duration: 30 minutes
• Course: Main
• Serving: 4 servings
• Cuisine: Asian

EQUIPMENT:

• Measuring spoons
• Spatula
• Mixing bowl
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Non-stick pan

INGREDIENTS:

• 400 grams firm tofu
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• Half a teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• Quarter teaspoon salt
• Half a teaspoon of paprika
• One tablespoon of water
• 10 lettuce leaves
• One tablespoon chopped green onions
• 1 tbsp parsley (fresh, chop it)

INGREDIENT NOTES:

FIRM TOFU:

• We’ll be using this ingredient as the main product for this recipe. You will see that using this will give you a proper shape of the tofu after cooking. The taste of the tofu will become good after seasoning and cooking it. Extra-firm tofu is an idea for you to use as well.

LEMON JUICE:

• Lemon is the basic flavor in your savory recipe. It will give the tofu cubes a fresher feeling as well. Don’t worry if it is not available; try using apple cider vinegar.

LEMON ZEST:

• The taste of lemon will improve if you add lemon zest to this dish. You will feel the better aroma of the dish as well.

GARLIC:

• You will include garlic as the main taste in this lettuce cups recipe. The taste of the tofu will become savory if you use minced garlic in it. Garlic powder is a substitute idea for your use.

SOY SAUCE:

• This dish’s flavor will become salty if you use soy sauce. Tamari can be another option to use. Consider coconut aminos as an alternative as well.

CORNSTARCH:

• Normally, in these recipes, we add cornstarch so that the tofu becomes crisper than before. Thickness in the surface will also come along when you use it. If you do not have it, try using arrowroot powder in its place.

LETTUCE LEAVES:

• The main lettuce cup shape will come along when you use lettuce leaves. These will give you a crunchy bite when you eat this dish. Cabbage leaves and tortillas are other options that you can use as well.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. You will need 10 minutes to press the firm tofu to get rid of water.
2. Slice them into small cube-shaped pieces.
3. Add spices, water, soy sauce, garlic, lemon zest & juice inside a bowl.
4. Mix them properly and add cubes of tofu to it.
5. Spread some cornstarch above the cubes in the bowl.
6. Cover the tofu cubes with this mixture.
7. Then take the pan and warm it over a medium flame.
8. Include the coated tofu in the pan to cook for 12 minutes.
9. Mix them with care so that they can cook from all sides.
10. Switch off the flame and spread herbs and green onions on the cooked cubes.
11. Add them inside the individual lettuce leaves to make the cups.
12. Now you can serve this delicious dish easily.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• These lettuce cups will look good alongside some cooked rice.
• You can include some pieces of avocado to add flavor.
• Adding some sesame seeds will complete the look of your dish.

TIPS:

• Pressing the firm tofu is important for this recipe preparation.
• If you use fresh lemon, the taste of the recipe will be good.
• Keep the flame to medium for cooking the tofu cubes.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• The filling of tofu can be an option for you to store inside a sealed vessel for only 4 days.

FREEZER:

• Do not freeze the tofu because the texture will definitely change.

FAQs:

What is the baking duration for the tofu?

• 25 minutes will be your requirement for baking at 200°C.

Will the tofu cubes become very spicy?

• The spiciness level for you in this dish is not very strong.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Vitamin A: 2,150 IU

Sodium: 520 grams

Fiber: 3 grams

Fat: 11 g

Calories: 210 kcal

Protein: 16 grams

Potassium: 410 g

Net carbs: 6 grams

Total carbs: 9 grams

Iron: 3.2 g

Calcium: 220 grams