Korean-style Wraps

Korean-style wraps are a delightful vegetarian snack that combines fresh vegetables, savory tofu, and a hint of spice, all wrapped in delicate rice paper. These wraps are perfect for a light meal or an appetizer, offering a burst of flavors and textures in every bite.

Ingredients

• Rice paper wraps - 4 sheets
• Firm tofu - 200 grams, pressed and sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, julienned
• Fresh spinach - 50 grams, washed
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon for garnish

Steps

1. Begin by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture, then slice it into thin strips.
2. In a pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and sauté the tofu strips until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. Prepare the vegetables by julienning the carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Set aside.
4. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce and gochujang to create a dipping sauce.
5. Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrap in the water for about 10-15 seconds until soft, then lay it flat on a clean surface.
6. Place a few spinach leaves, a few strips of tofu, julienned vegetables, chopped green onion, and cilantro in the center of the rice paper wrap.
7. Fold the sides of the wrap over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the bottom. Repeat with the remaining wraps.
8. Cut the wraps in half diagonally and serve with the dipping sauce, garnished with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 580 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Low in calories, making it a great snack option.

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