Lẩu Nướng Chay

Lẩu Nướng Chay is a vibrant and flavorful Vietnamese BBQ dish that offers a delightful mix of marinated vegetables and tofu, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. This dairy-free feast is enhanced by fresh herbs and a zesty dipping sauce, making it a truly enjoyable experience for everyone.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams
• Zucchini - 1 medium (about 200 grams)
• Bell pepper - 1 medium (about 150 grams)
• Carrot - 1 medium (about 100 grams)
• Rice paper - 4 sheets
• Fresh mint - 10 grams
• Fresh coriander - 10 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Chili sauce (optional) - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Rice vermicelli noodles - 100 grams

Steps

1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
2. Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and lime juice in a bowl to create a marinade.
3. Add the tofu cubes to the marinade and let them sit for at least 15 minutes.
4. While the tofu marinates, slice the shiitake mushrooms, zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot into thin strips.
5. In a pot, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer for the hot pot component.
6. Prepare the dipping sauce by mixing lime juice and chili sauce (if using) in a small bowl.
7. In a grill pan or on a BBQ grill, lightly oil the surface and grill the marinated tofu, mushrooms, zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot for about 5-7 minutes or until they are tender and have grill marks.
8. Meanwhile, cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
9. To serve, set up a dining table with the hot pot broth simmering, the grilled vegetables and tofu, fresh herbs, and rice vermicelli noodles.
10. To eat, dip the grilled items into the hot broth briefly, then wrap them in rice paper with fresh herbs and enjoy with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu and vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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