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Fresh Rolls & Peanut Sauce

Take on the takeout with this simple recipe for Fresh Rolls perfect for dipping in a quick-fix DIY peanut sauce.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients  

For the fresh rolls:

  • 1 package rice paper sheets
  • 1 package firm tofu
  • 1 large carrot
  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 cup broccoli sprouts

For the peanut sauce:

  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons red chili paste
  • 2 Tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts to garnish

Instructions 

For the fresh rolls:

  • Begin by first peeling and slicing the carrot into thin strips. Then peel, seed and slice the cucumber.
  • Remove the tofu from the package and place it on a dish towel or paper towel to drain any excess liquid.
  • Cut the tofu into ¼" pieces and then dry fry them in a skillet over medium heat (use a non-stick pan, but do not use any oil!).
  • Cook the tofu for 6 minutes, then flip it and cook an additional 4 minutes.
  • Prepare an assembly station with the sliced carrot, sliced cucumber, cooked tofu and broccoli sprouts.
  • Fill a large bowl with hot water and place a wet paper towel on the cooking surface where you will prepare the fresh rolls.
  • Dip a sheet of rice paper into the hot water for 10 seconds, or until it becomes soft but does not break.
  • Place the softened rice paper onto the wet paper towel and then add several slices of carrot, cucumber, broccoli sprouts and two pieces of the cooked tofu.
  • Roll the ingredients up (the rice paper will stick to itself creating a seal).
  • Cut in half and serve with peanut dipping sauce.

For the peanut sauce:

  • Combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, red chili paste, brown sugar, and lime juice in a food processor or blender.
  • Puree the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth.
  • Keep the motor running while you drizzle in the hot water to thin out the sauce (you may not need all of it).
  • Garnish with chopped peanuts.
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