Description
These Spicy Seaweed Tofu Rolls feature crispy baked tofu wrapped in nori and coated in a bold lemongrass, garlic, and chili glaze. Served with rice and fresh vegetables, they make a flavorful, satisfying plant-based meal.
Ingredients
1 block firm tofu
2 to 3 nori sheets
2 tbsp cornstarch, plus 1 tsp for slurry
2 tbsp water, divided
1 stalk lemongrass, finely minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 tsp sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil or neutral cooking oil
Chopped green onions, for garnish
Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the firm tofu into bite-sized rectangles and pat each piece dry.
- Coat the tofu evenly with cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
- Arrange the tofu on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden.
- Allow the tofu to cool until easy to handle.
- Cut the nori sheets into strips large enough to wrap around each tofu piece.
- Mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to make a slurry, then use it to seal each nori strip around the tofu.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the garlic and lemongrass for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in the soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, sugar, and remaining water to create the glaze.
- Add the wrapped tofu rolls and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the rolls.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving with steamed rice or vegetables.
Notes
Air-fry the tofu at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes for an extra crispy texture.
Add bird’s eye chili or red pepper flakes for more heat.
Finish with a drizzle of toasted sesame oil for added richness.
Substitute tempeh for tofu if desired.
Serve with rice, noodles, or sautéed greens for a complete meal.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently in a skillet.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
