Tempeh Spring Rolls with Hoisin Peanut Sauce

Tempeh Spring Rolls with Hoisin Peanut Sauce

8 servings
These Tempeh Spring Rolls with Hoisin Peanut Sauce are bright, refreshing, and packed with protein from Lightlife Smoky Bacon Tempeh and crunchy vegetables. These are inspired by Vietnamese spring rolls and paired with a savoury, sweet, and rich hoisin peanut sauce.

Ingredients

  • lightlife smoky bacon tempeh)

    (170 g

    1 pack
  • neutral oil)

    (avocado, sunflower, canola oil, etc

  • sheets rice paper
    8
  • water
  • shredded or thinly sliced fresh carrot
  • sliced bell peppers
  • thinly sliced cucumber
  • lettuce
    8 pieces
  • fresh cilantro

    basil, and/or mint leaves

  • shredded or thinly sliced purple or regular cabbage
  • peanut butter
    2 tbsp
  • hoisin sauce

    see notes

    2 tbsp
  • sugar or other sweetener)
    2 tsp
  • sriracha
    1 tsp
  • sesame oil
    2 tsp
  • warm water

    add more or less depending on desired consistency

    ½ tbsp
  • minced garlic
    1 tsp
  • rice vinegar or lemon juice
    1 tsp
  • sprinkle of sesame seeds

Directions

Prepare the tempeh

  1. 1

    Slice the tempeh strips horizontally into half. Stalk 8 halves together and then slice vertically to create 16 thin strips. Repeat for the other stack.

  2. 2

    Heat a large non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat. Add some oil to coat the surface.

  3. 3

    Over medium high heat, pan fry the strips of tempeh for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Prepare the hoisin peanut sauce

  1. 1

    In a bowl, mix everything until sugar has dissolved. Feel free to adjust the sauce to your desired taste. Mix until smooth. Sprinkle the sauce with sesame seeds on top, for serving.

  2. 2

    Wrapping the spring rolls

  3. 3

    Prepare a plate with shallow water. I use room temperature water.

  4. 4

    Dip the dry rice paper into the water. Don’t dip for too long, just enough to wet both sides. Place the rice paper on a flat surface.

  5. 5

    Place the lettuce. Add the shredded carrots, cabbage, and bell pepper. Add 4 thin strips of cooked smokey bacon tempeh. Add your herbs of choice. For the sliced cucumber, I like to add them at the top so they’re visible when the roll is folded.

  6. 6

    Carefully wrap the roll from the bottom end by folding the wrapper away from you, while tucking the filling with your index finger. Fold in the sides and then roll away from you. Repeat this for the rest of the rolls.

  7. 7

    To slice, use a sharp knife and wipe it with a damp towel. Slice the rolls into half or into three.

Tempeh Spring Rolls with Hoisin Peanut Sauce

Tempeh Spring Rolls with Hoisin Peanut Sauce

40 min8 servings136 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a vibrant, flavorful meal that's both satisfying and light? These Tempeh Spring Rolls with Hoisin Peanut Sauce are your answer, delivering fresh taste and hearty protein in every bite. They're a refreshing take on traditional spring rolls, perfect for a quick yet impressive main course.

What sets these apart is the clever use of Lightlife Smoky Bacon Tempeh, offering a distinct smoky and savory flavor that perfectly complements the crisp, fresh vegetables. Paired with a deeply savory, sweet, and rich hoisin peanut sauce, each roll is a symphony of textures and tastes. This recipe provides a wonderfully balanced and protein-packed meal that feels both indulgent and incredibly fresh.

Prepare for a delightful culinary journey. You'll experience the immediate freshness of crisp lettuce, vibrant shredded carrots, and crunchy bell peppers, all beautifully contrasted by the tender, smoky Lightlife tempeh. Each bite is enhanced by the irresistible Hoisin Peanut Sauce, a perfect balance of savory depth, subtle sweetness, and a hint of spice from sriracha. The rice paper provides a wonderfully chewy wrapper, making these rolls a truly satisfying main course.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to customize your rolls with various crunchy vegetables like shredded purple or regular cabbage. While the recipe calls for cilantro, you can easily swap in or add fresh basil and/or mint leaves for a different aromatic twist. Adjust the sweetness of the hoisin peanut sauce to your liking with more or less sugar, and dial up the heat with extra sriracha if you prefer a spicier kick. For an extra pop of flavor and texture, sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Perfect as a light yet filling main course, these spring rolls are a fantastic choice for a vibrant weeknight dinner or a refreshing weekend lunch. Serve them beautifully arranged with extra sauce for dipping to allow everyone to enjoy that rich hoisin peanut flavor.

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