Ingredients
– 450 grams ground beef substitute Provides plant-based protein base
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds depth and fragrance
– 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
– 1/2 teaspoon Chinese 5 spice
– 2 tablespoons tamari Enhances umami flavor
– 1/4 cup sweet Thai chili sauce (made from 2 tablespoons of honey or a vegan alternative, 3 tablespoons of ketchup, 1/4 cup of chili sauce, zest and juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 2 cloves garlic, minced) for the sauce
– 3 green onions, chopped
– 1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
– A handful of cilantro
– 1/4 cup Thai basil (or Italian basil as a substitute)
– 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
– 8 flour tortillas (8-inch size, warmed for assembly)
– 1 cup coconut milk (optional for cooking rice alongside)
– Extra tamari, chili paste, and toasted sesame oil (for dipping)
Instructions
1-Getting started with these vegan Thai basil beef rolls is as easy as pie. First, prepare all your ingredients by washing the vegetables, mincing the garlic, and getting your plant-based beef substitute ready. This step sets you up for success and keeps things moving smoothly.
2-Heat a bit of oil in a pan over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and grated ginger until they’re fragrant, about 1 minute. Next, add your 450 grams of ground beef substitute along with 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and cook for about 5 minutes until it browns nicely. This is where the flavors really begin to shine.
3-Stir in the Chinese 5 spice, then pour in the tamari and sweet Thai chili sauce mixture. Let it simmer until the sauce coats the beef substitute evenly. Finally, mix in the chopped green onions before taking it off the heat. For the full effect, fold in fresh Thai basil, cilantro, and sliced cucumber right before assembling.
4-Assembling the Rolls
* Warm each of the 8 flour tortillas for 15 seconds in the microwave.
* Spoon the beef mixture onto the tortilla along with veggies and peanuts.
* Roll it up snugly and serve warm with dipping options.
Last Step:
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⏱️ This recipe is a great quick meal option, ready in about 20 minutes total.
🌿 Fresh Thai basil adds authentic flavor but Italian basil can be substituted.
🥒 Adding crunchy vegetables and peanuts provides texture contrast and freshness.
- Prep Time: 9 minutes
- Cooking: 11 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and assembling
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 392