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Grilled tofu lettuce wraps

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  • Prep Time15 mins
  • Total Time15 mins
  • Makes10 wraps
*PLUS Grilling Time: 6 minutes, Standing Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 350-g extra-firm tofu

  • 10 large leaves lettuce, preferably Boston

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 2 tsp ground ginger

  • 2 tsp hot chili-garlic sauce

  • 2 tsp freshly squeezed lime juice

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • 1 tsp brown sugar

  • 1/2 454-g bag coleslaw, preferably with carrot

  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup healthy Miso Dressing, recipe link below

Instructions

  • Remove tofu from package. Wrap in a clean tea towel and place on a large plate. Cover with another plate. Weigh down with a heavy can. Let stand 30 minutes.

  • Meanwhile, wash and dry lettuce. In a pie plate, stir soy sauce with ginger, chili-garlic sauce, lime juice, chili powder and sugar. Slice tofu into 12 slices, about 1/4 inch (0.5 cm) thick. Place on plate. Gently turn to evenly coat. Marinate at room temperature until ready to grill.

  • Meanwhile, lightly oil grill and heat to medium. Place tofu on hot grill. Barbecue with lid closed until grill marks form, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a cutting board. Slice each piece into 3 thick strips. Toss coleslaw mix with 1/4 cup (50 mL) miso dressing, then spoon about 2 tablespoons (30 mL) onto centre of each lettuce leaf. Top with 4 or 5 grilled tofu strips. Add extra toppings (see tip, below). Drizzle with any remaining dressing. Roll lettuce around filling and fasten with toothpicks. Arrange on a large platter or on plates. Or place all the fixings on a large platter and let guests create their own combinations. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 56, Protein 4.8g, Carbohydrates 4.9g, Fat 2.5g, Fibre 1g.

Tofu is made from protein-rich soybean curd, so it's an ideal choice for a meatless meal. We came up with the idea of slathering tofu with spiced-up soy sauce and then grilling it while looking for a veggie burger alternative.

Extra toppings

Dress up tofu wraps with sliced tomatoes, toasted peanuts or almonds, sliced green onions, bean sprouts, julienned cucumber and red pepper or slices of avocado.

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