Diabetes-friendly snack

Thai Basil Tofu Lettuce Wraps

Name: Thai Basil Tofu Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: southeast asian
Ingredients: 200 grams extra firm tofu (drained and crumbled); 8 pieces romaine lettuce leaves (large, for wrapping); 20 grams Thai basil leaves (fresh, roughly chopped); 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 piece red chili (sliced, optional for heat); 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed); 1 tablespoon olive oil

Crisp lettuce wraps filled with flavorful Thai basil tofu.

Prep 10 minCook 15 minServes 4

Nutrition per serving

Carbs

Fiber

Sugar

10g

Protein

Fat

120

Calories

Estimated values per serving.

Ingredients

200 grams extra firm tofu (drained and crumbled)
8 pieces romaine lettuce leaves (large, for wrapping)
20 grams Thai basil leaves (fresh, roughly chopped)
2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 piece red chili (sliced, optional for heat)
1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
1 tablespoon olive oil

Method

1
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2
Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3
Add crumbled tofu and cook until golden brown.
4
Stir in soy sauce, Thai basil, and lime juice.
5
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
6
Spoon mixture into lettuce leaves, top with chili slices if using, and serve.

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