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Easy Vegan Tofu Spring Rolls recipe

Vegan Tofu Spring Rolls

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Fresh, healthy, and colorful Vegan Tofu Spring Rolls packed with crispy pan-seared tofu, crunchy rainbow vegetables, and fresh herbs, all wrapped in delicate rice paper. Served with a rich, creamy homemade peanut dipping sauce, these fresh summer rolls are naturally gluten-free and perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or beautiful appetizer!

  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 8 rolls

Ingredients

— Crispy Tofu —

1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into thin strips

2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

— The Spring Rolls —

8-10 round rice paper wrappers

2 oz thin vermicelli rice noodles

1 cup purple cabbage, thinly sliced

1 large carrot, julienned or shredded

1 medium cucumber, julienned

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1/2 cup fresh mint leaves

1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

— Peanut Dipping Sauce —

1/3 cup creamy peanut butter

2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari

1 tablespoon maple syrup

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional, for heat)

2-3 tablespoons warm water (to thin)

Instructions

1. **Cook the Tofu:** In a shallow bowl, gently toss the tofu strips with the soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic powder until coated. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-fry the tofu strips for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from heat and let cool.

2. **Prepare the Fillings:** Cook the vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions, then rinse immediately under cold water and drain well. Arrange your cooked tofu, noodles, prepared vegetables, and fresh herbs at your workstation for easy assembly.

3. **Soak the Wrappers:** Fill a large shallow dish or pie pan with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 10-15 seconds. It should just begin to soften (it will continue to soften out of the water). Lay it flat on a clean, slightly damp cutting board or a damp kitchen towel.

4. **Assemble and Roll:** On the bottom third of the wrapper, layer a small pinch of herbs, a small handful of noodles, a few strips of each vegetable, and 2-3 pieces of crispy tofu. Fold the left and right sides tightly inward over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom up, just like a burrito.

5. **Repeat:** Repeat the soaking and rolling process with the remaining wrappers and filling ingredients. Keep the finished rolls covered under a damp towel so the rice paper doesn’t dry out while you finish the rest.

6. **Make the Sauce:** In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and sriracha. Gradually whisk in the warm water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired creamy dipping consistency. Serve immediately with the fresh spring rolls!

Notes

Storage Tips: Fresh spring rolls are best eaten the day they are made. If you need to store them, wrap each roll individually in plastic wrap (so they don’t stick to each other and tear) and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Damp Towel Trick: Working on a slightly damp kitchen towel prevents the sticky rice paper from tearing or sticking to your countertop as you roll.

Nut-Free Sauce: If you have a peanut allergy, almond butter or sunflower seed butter works wonderfully as a direct 1:1 substitute for the dipping sauce.

Gluten-Free: To ensure this recipe is completely gluten-free, be sure to use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.

  • Author: Anna Lovae
  • Prep Time: 25
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No Cook / Pan Fry
  • Cuisine: Vietnamese