By Thuy Pham

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Tofu Spring Rolls

Spring is in the air and markets are filled with crisp fresh vegetables. What better way to enjoy them than in a delicious and refreshing spring roll? This is one of my favorite simple and easy meals to eat! 

Serves: 4-6 people

Prep time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes  

Ingredients: 

• 1 package of firm tofu drained
• 2-4 tablespoons for oil for frying tofu
• Rice paper for rolling 
• 1-2 cups of pickled carrots and daikon (find at you local Asian grocery store)
• Chopped leafy lettuce
• 1 bunch of cilantro 
• 1 cup sliced jalapeños 

Ingredients for sauce:

• 2 cups of peanut butter
• 1 cup of hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons of your favorite chili oil

Prep veggies:

Wash your lettuce and chop into 1" pieces. Plate on a platter with pickled carrots and daikon, washed cilantro and sliced jalapeños. Set aside for assembly later. 

Make your sauce:

In a small saucepan and on medium low heat, combine all sauce ingredients and bring to a simmer. Turn heat down to low and simmer for ten minutes. Stirring often. Remove from heat and let cool down for use later. 

Cut tofu into small pieces. 

Heat a small to medium skillet over medium high heat with 2 tablespoons of oil. Add your cut tofu and fry until golden brown. Transfer pieces to a paper lined plate. 

Assemble: 

Wet your rice paper in Lukewarm water and place onto a plate. Add your desired toppings and roll up making sure to tuck the ends in. Enjoy with your spicy peanut dipping sauce!