CRISPY SPRING ROLLS WITH SPICY TOFU, VEGETABLES, AND TOASTED NUTS

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Crispy Spring Rolls with Spicy Tofu, Vegetables, and Toasted Nuts image

Provided by Ying Chang Compestine

Categories     Nut     Broil     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Lunar New Year     Tofu     Carrot     Lettuce     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 12 spring rolls

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
One 8-ounce package Thai- or teriyaki-flavored tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup (about 3 ounces) finely chopped fresh oyster mushrooms
1/2 cup finely diced carrot
1/2 cup finely diced water chestnuts
2 tablespoons tamari sauce
3/4 cup toasted peanuts or walnuts , coarsely chopped, 1/4 cup reserved for garnish
2 green onions, minced
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Twelve 8-inch round dried rice paper wrappers (see note)
1 head Boston or Bibb lettuce, leaves washed and separated
Lime-Soy-Ginger Sauce , for serving

Steps:

  • 1. Heat a wok or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat. Add the ginger and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tofu and mushrooms and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add the carrot and water chestnuts and stir-fry until heated through, about 30 seconds.
  • 2. Add the tamari sauce. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir in the nuts, green onions, and sesame oil and toss to combine. Remove from the heat.
  • 3. Fill a medium bowl with warm water. Dip one of the wrappers in the water for 15 seconds, or until softened. Carefully transfer to a dry work surface.
  • 4. Arrange 2 to 3 tablespoons of the filling in an even horizontal mound just below the center of the wrapper. Roll up the rice paper to form a tight cylinder, folding in the sides about halfway. Assemble the remaining spring rolls in the same manner. Cover the finished rolls with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.
  • 5. Preheat the broiler. Lightly coat a large nonstick baking sheet with cooking spray. Arrange the spring rolls in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving a little space between them. Lightly coat the rolls with cooking spray.
  • 6. Broil the rolls until lightly browned and crisp, 10 to 13 minutes. Using tongs or a spatula, turn the rolls over and continue to broil for another 8 to 10 minutes.
  • 7. Serve each roll wrapped in a lettuce leaf garnished with nuts, and accompanied by the Lime-Soy-Ginger Sauce.

Asamoah Boatengeric
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I can't wait to try these spring rolls with different dipping sauces.


Bradley Carolus
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These spring rolls are a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Nadeem Pardasi
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I love the fact that these spring rolls can be made ahead of time. It makes them perfect for parties or potlucks.


Joshua Novath
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These spring rolls are so easy to make. I had them on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Maryann Watson
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I'm always looking for new and creative ways to cook tofu. These spring rolls are definitely a keeper!


Marc Fisher Jr.
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These spring rolls are a great way to use up leftover tofu. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Konadu mark
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I used a store-bought spring roll wrapper for this recipe and it worked perfectly. The spring rolls were crispy and delicious.


AQEEL KHOKHAR
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I made these spring rolls with a variety of vegetables, including carrots, celery, and bell peppers. They turned out great!


JUDE KUTSE DEPROF
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The toasted nuts add a great crunch to these spring rolls. They're the perfect finishing touch.


Seferina Rosario
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I love the spicy tofu in these spring rolls. It gives them a nice kick of heat.


Deez12 Nuts34
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These spring rolls are the perfect appetizer or snack. They're easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Sohel Sorker
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I'm not a fan of tofu, but I really enjoyed these spring rolls. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the vegetables were fresh and tasty. I'll definitely be making these again.


keia Richard
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I made these spring rolls for a potluck and they were a huge success. They were gone in minutes! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Natasha Baxter
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These spring rolls were a hit at my party! Everyone raved about how tasty they were. The spicy tofu and toasted nuts were especially popular.


Shanawar ali Khalid
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Followed the recipe and the spring rolls came out perfect. They were crispy and golden brown on the outside, and the filling was delicious. My family loved them!


SHZXU
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The spring rolls turned out amazing! The tofu was crispy and flavorful, the vegetables were fresh and crunchy, and the toasted nuts added a nice touch of texture and flavor. I'll definitely be making these again!