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Vegan Tofu Bánh Cuốn with cilantro
Fresh Tofu-Filled Rice Noodle Rolls

Vegan Tofu Rice Rolls (Bánh Cuốn)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
The vegan counterpart to the classic pork version, where the neutral taste of tofu becomes the perfect carrier for spices. The secret lies in the tofu's texture: by searing it, we evaporate excess water, allowing the sponge-like structure to absorb the soy and sesame marinade, transforming it into an umami bomb.
🕒 Prep Time 40 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Vietnamese (Vegan)

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Wide spatula
  • Brush for oiling

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Whisk rice flour, starch, salt, pepper, and water. Let rest for 20-30 minutes.

Tip: During resting, starch particles swell and settle, so always stir the batter again right before cooking!
2 ✓

Wrap tofu in paper towels and press with a weight for 15 minutes to remove excess water. Cut into tiny cubes.

Tip: Pressing the water out is essential so the tofu can sear and brown rather than steam.
3 ✓

Sauté onion and garlic in sesame oil until golden. Add tofu and fry until it develops a crust. Drizzle with soy sauce and toss with cilantro.

Tip: The sugars in the soy sauce will caramelize on the tofu, adding rich flavor.
4 ✓

Brush a hot skillet with oil. Pour a ladle of batter, swirl to coat thinly. Cover for 1-2 minutes.

Tip: Steam cooks the sheet. When the edges curl up slightly, it's ready.
5 ✓

Turn the sheet out onto an oiled tray, fill with the savory tofu mixture, and roll up.

Tip: Be quick, as the sheets become brittle when cool.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the crepe tearing?
The batter is too thick. Add another tablespoon of water. The batter should be thinner than standard pancake batter.
The tofu is bland.
You likely didn't press the water out before frying, so it couldn't absorb the marinade.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups Rice Flour
  • 1/3 cup Wheat Starch (or Tapioca Starch for smoother texture)
  • 2 1/2 cups Water
  • 7 oz Extra Firm Tofu
  • 1 small White Onion (minced)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 pinch Salt & Pepper