Description
These Giant Tofu Summer Rolls are a fresh, flavorful, and filling twist on traditional summer rolls. Packed with crispy tofu, fresh vegetables, and noodles, they’re perfect as a healthy lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 oz) of extra firm tofu, pressed
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 8 large rice paper wrappers
- 4 oz rice noodles, cooked
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh mint leaves
- Fresh basil leaves
- Fresh cilantro
- Lettuce or mixed greens
Instructions
- Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then slice into thick strips.
- In a bowl, mix sesame oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground ginger. Toss the tofu in the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook the marinated tofu in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 10–12 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare all the vegetables and cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Fill a large shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 10–15 seconds until soft but still slightly firm.
- Place the softened wrapper on a clean surface and layer with lettuce, tofu, noodles, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, avocado, and herbs.
- Carefully roll the wrapper over the fillings, fold in the sides, and continue rolling tightly. Repeat with remaining wrappers and fillings.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as peanut sauce or hoisin sauce.
Notes
- Tofu can be baked or air-fried for extra crispiness.
- Customize the rolls with your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- Serve with a flavorful dipping sauce for best taste.
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for a few hours in the fridge covered with a damp towel.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No Cook, Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
