These easy vegan tofu lettuce wraps are perfect for meal prep. I make a batch of vegan minced “pork” and a generous batch of yum yum sauce so I can assemble lunches for the week. Pack the cooked “pork” in one compartment of a reusable container, the yum yum sauce in another, and several butter or bibb lettuce leaves in a third. Take it to work, on a hike, or anywhere you need a portable lunch. When you’re ready to eat, spoon the “pork” into a lettuce leaf, drizzle with yum yum sauce, fold and enjoy.
What You Need For These Vegan “Pork” Lettuce Wraps:
- Tofu: Used to make the minced “pork.”
- Shiitakes, liquid smoke, gochujang, mirin, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic: These ingredients form the flavorful marinade for the tofu.
- Veggies: Grated vegetables such as carrots and bell peppers add texture and color to the tofu mixture.
- Vegan mayo: The base for a creamy yum yum sauce.
- Tomato paste, rice wine vinegar, paprika, cane sugar, vegan butter, garlic powder: Whisked into the mayo along with mirin, water, salt and pepper to make the yum yum sauce.
- Lettuce: Butter or bibb lettuce works best because of their large, tender leaves.
I’ve loved yum yum sauce since my first Teppanyaki experience as a kid. This recipe yields extra sauce you can keep in the fridge for dipping and drizzling. The combination of savory vegan minced “pork,” creamy sauce, and crisp lettuce makes a satisfying, flavorful bite.
Why Should You Make This Yummy Vegan Lunch?
- The minced “pork” is flavorful and satisfying.
- The vegan yum yum sauce is rich and versatile.
- It’s a favorite healthy-ish lunch that feels indulgent.
- Provides protein and vegetables in every bite.
- Easy to prepare ahead and pack for the week.
Easy Vegan Tofu Lettuce Wraps
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Ingredients
Yum Yum Sauce
- 1 Cup Vegan mayo (I used Follow Your Heart)
- 2 Tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 Tablespoon Rice wine vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Mirin or extra rice wine vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Organic cane sugar
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon Vegan butter, melted
- 2-3 Tablespoons Water
- Salt and pepper to taste
For The Lettuce Wraps
- 1 Recipe Vegan minced “pork” (see notes)
- 1 Head Butter or bibb lettuce
- Chives and sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
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Whisk together the vegan mayo, tomato paste, rice wine vinegar, mirin, sugar, paprika and garlic powder to make the yum yum sauce.
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Add the melted vegan butter and whisk until smooth.
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Thin the sauce with 2 tablespoons of water; add a third tablespoon if needed. Season with salt and pepper, taste and adjust. Refrigerate the sauce for at least 4–6 hours to let the flavors meld.
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Prepare a batch of vegan minced “pork” and allow it to marinate for 4–6 hours as directed by your recipe.
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When ready, cook the minced “pork” according to its instructions.
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Let the cooked “pork” cool slightly. For meal prep, place some in one section of a container, the yum yum sauce in another, and several lettuce leaves in a third. Refrigerate until needed.
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To eat immediately, spoon a few tablespoons of minced “pork” into a lettuce leaf, drizzle with yum yum sauce, sprinkle chives and sesame seeds, fold and serve.
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