Chiang Mai Chili Tempeh Wraps

Embark on a culinary adventure to Northern Thailand with these Chiang Mai Chili Tempeh Wraps! Filled with the vibrant flavors of fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and protein-packed tempeh, all infused with a sizzling chili sauce that adds just the right amount of heat. Wrapped up in delicate lettuce leaves for a crunch that's as refreshing as a Thai breeze, these wraps are perfect for a light lunch or a fun, interactive dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack of tempeh, cut into strips
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small piece of ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 head of butter lettuce, leaves separated
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 small cucumber, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Chopped peanuts, for garnish
• Spicy Thai dipping sauce or sweet chili sauce, to serve

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, chili flakes, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic, ginger, and lime juice to create the marinade.
2. Add the tempeh strips to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes to soak up all the flavors.
3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the marinated tempeh, cook until the strips are golden brown on all sides.
4. While the tempeh cooks, prepare the veggies and set aside.
5. Assemble the wraps by placing a few tempeh strips in the center of a lettuce leaf, add the julienned carrot, cucumber, red pepper, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro leaves.
6. Garnish with chopped peanuts and drizzle with the spicy Thai dipping sauce or sweet chili sauce.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy the symphony of Thai flavors in each bite!