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Tofu pancakes

If you like Chinese crispy duck pancake wraps, you might want try this vegetarian version! These super easy tofu pancakes are perfect for parties, celebrations or  for a midweek vegan supper.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 1234

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pack of firm tofu about 400g
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
  • 12 Chinese pancakes pre-made or shop-bought
  • To serve: cucumber spring onions, Hoisin sauce

Method
 

  1. First you'll need to press the water out of the tofu: drain it, then wrap it in tea towel and put it between two plates. Put two cans (or similar weight) on top and chill in the fridge for a couple of hours (or you can do this overnight).
  2. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  3. When the tofu is dry, cut it into 6-8 slices.
  4. Mix the oil was with the spice mixture. Rub the tofu slices with this glaze, then place them on a lined or non-stick baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Steam the pancakes in bamboo basket over simmering water (or follow the instructions on the packaging!).
  7. Slice the onions and cucumber lengthwise. You can slice the tofu too, if you like.
  8. Put a few slices of spring onions cucumber and tofu in the middle of a pancake, spoon some hoisin sauce on top, then wrap and serve.