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Thai Peanut Tofu Lettuce Cups

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Appetizer, dinner, lunch

Ingredients
  

Thai Peanut Sauce

  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy
  • 1/4 cup gf soy sauce
  • 1-2 limes juiced
  • 2 tbsp garlic chili paste
  • 2 tbsp agave
  • 2 tbsp ginger
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • water to thin sauce as needed

Lettuce Cups

  • 1 block extra firm tofu pressed
  • 1/4 cup corn starch
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 lettuce head broken off into cups
  • everything seasoning for topping
  • 3 green onions chopped, for topping
  • 1 lime sliced, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Begin by preparing the tofu. First, press the tofu block with paper towels to remove excess water. Slice it into cubes and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Toss the cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cornstarch until evenly coated. Line a baking sheet or air fryer basket with parchment paper. Cook the tofu cubes at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crisp
  • Prepare the Thai peanut sauce. Combine all the ingredients except for the water in a bowl. Whisk them together until fully blended. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. Gradually add water a little at a time. The sauce should be creamy with a consistency that's thick enough to coat the back of a spoon yet still fluid enough to pour easily.
  • Transfer the tofu to a large saucepan set over medium heat. Pour in the peanut sauce, reserving some for drizzling over the lettuce cups when serving. Stir the tofu until it's evenly coated.
  • To serve, carefully detach lettuce leaves from the head to form 4-6 cups, ensuring they are intact for filling. Evenly distribute the tofu mixture among the cups. Garnish with everything seasoning, chopped green onions, and a drizzle of the reserved peanut sauce. Serve with lime wedges and any other toppings of your choice!