Tofu and Vegetables Stir-fried Vietnamese Spring Rolls Recipe

Vietnamese spring rolls are a delightful treat, and making them with tofu and a medley of vegetables is a fantastic way to enjoy a vegan version of this classic dish. Think bell peppers, carrots, cabbage, and whatever else you have on hand. Season it with soy sauce, a hint of ginger, garlic, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Once cooked, let the filling cool slightly before wrapping it in rice paper. Serve these vibrant rolls with a tangy dipping sauce, and you've got a fresh, healthy meal that's as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye. It is a versatile recipe that invites you to be creative and resourceful with your ingredients, making it perfect for using up those veggies that might otherwise go to waste. Enjoy your homemade vegan spring rolls!

Ingredients:

• Filling ingredients:

• 4 oz. firm tofu
• 1 egg
• 3 cups total combination of shredded cabbage, carrots, jicama, and fungus
• 1 green onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup sliced white onions
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• ginger minced
• Seasoning ingredients:
• Soy sauce
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Sugar
• Mushroom seasoning
• Soy Dipping Sauce ingredients:
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp vinegar
• 1/2 tsp sriracha sauce
• Other necessity:
• 10 rice paper sheets

Directions:

1.    Preparing the Filling:

·         Smash the tofu into fine pieces.

·         Shred all the vegetables.

·         Soak and slice the fungus.

·         Beat the egg.

2.    Cooking the Tofu and Egg:

·         In a nonstick pan, heat some oil.

·         Add tofu and cook until almost browned.

·         Stir in the beaten egg and cook until combined. Remove from the pan and set aside.

3.    Cooking the Vegetables:

·         In the same pan, add a little more oil.

·         Add all the vegetables and white onions. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes until tender.

·         Return the tofu mixture to the pan with the vegetables.

·         Season to taste with soy sauce, salt, black pepper, sugar, and mushroom seasoning.

·         Add the chopped green onion. The filling is now ready.

4.    Preparing the Rice Paper:

·         Wet the rice paper one piece at a time in a bowl filled with warm water.

·         Place a kitchen towel on a work surface.

5.    Assembling the Spring Rolls:

·         For each roll, place a rice paper sheet on the kitchen towel.

·         Arrange the filling along one side of the rice paper.

·         Roll into a cylinder shape.

·         If you want to roll the whole batch, cover the completed rolls with a damp paper towel to prevent them from drying out.

6.    Making the Dipping Sauce:

·         In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, water, sugar, vinegar, and sriracha sauce. Mix well.

 

Enjoy your healthy and delicious tofu and vegetables stir-fried Vietnamese spring rolls!