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vegan pf changs lettuce wraps
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Vegan PF Changs Lettuce Wraps (vegetarian, gluten free)

Craving a quick, flavorful, and easy weeknight meal? Look no further than these delicious Vegan PF Changs Lettuce Wraps! Inspired by the classic PF Chang's dish, this recipe puts a plant-based twist on the original, delivering all the crave-worthy flavor with none of the guilt.
This tofu lettuce wraps recipe is gluten free, vegan, vegetarian and low carb. 
Prep Time10 days 10 minutes
Cook Time30 days 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

Peanut Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Ingredients for the "meat"

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon powdered garlic
  • 1 block extra-firm tofu crumbled and pan-fried (or use your favorite vegan ground "meat")
  • 2 bell peppers diced (any color)
  • 1 white onion diced
  • 1/2-1 cup roasted cashews chopped

Additional Ingredients:

  • Romaine lettuce or butter lettuce leaves washed and dried

Instructions

  • Make the Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together all peanut sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  • Make the Base Sauce: In a saucepan, whisk together water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, Sriracha (if using), ginger, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes translucent. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Cook the "Meat": Heat a skillet with oil over medium heat. Crumble the tofu, peppers and onions and pan-fry until golden brown and crispy. Add to the base sauce and warm for 3-5 minutes together,.
  • Assemble the Wraps: Wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Divide the pan-fried tofu ("meat") and chopped vegetables between the leaves. Drizzle with desired amounts of peanut sauce and base sauce.
  • Enjoy! Wrap the lettuce leaves around the filling and devour!