Chả Lụa Chay

Chả Lụa Chay is a flavorful vegan version of traditional Vietnamese pork sausage, made with a blend of mushrooms, tofu, and spices. This dish offers a delightful taste and texture, perfect for a satisfying breakfast.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, chopped
• Mushroom soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• Tapioca starch - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Five-spice powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Banana leaves - for wrapping (optional)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, crumble the firm tofu and add the chopped shiitake mushrooms.
2. Mix in the mushroom soy sauce, cornstarch, tapioca starch, minced garlic, chopped shallots, black pepper, five-spice powder, and salt until well combined.
3. Transfer the mixture to a food processor and blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
4. If using banana leaves, cut them into rectangular pieces, briefly steaming or softening them over an open flame to make them pliable.
5. Place the tofu mixture onto the banana leaves (or in a small loaf pan if not using leaves) and shape it into a log, wrapping tightly.
6. Secure the ends with kitchen twine or tie with additional banana leaves.
7. Steam the wrapped mixture in a steamer for 30 minutes, allowing it to firm up.
8. Once cooked, remove from the steamer and let cool for a few minutes before unwrapping.
9. Slice into pieces and serve warm with fresh herbs and dipping sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 580 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, promoting muscle health.
• Contains dietary fiber from mushrooms, aiding digestion.

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