Name: Northern Thai Larb Tofu Lettuce Tacos
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 200g firm tofu (about 7 oz); 1 small shallot, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as grapeseed or canola); 1 tablespoon toasted rice powder; 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional for topping); 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon lime juice, plus extra lime wedges to serve; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 6 butter lettuce leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 green onion, thinly sliced; Salt, to taste

Northern Thai Larb Tofu Lettuce Tacos

miradu

This Northern Thai Larb Tofu Lettuce Taco recipe channels the vibrant flavors of Chiang Mai street food—fragrant, tangy, and full of herbal freshness. Toasted rice powder brings signature texture and nutty aroma, while lime, fresh herbs, and chili create a lively, memorable bite. By swapping traditional meat for crispy crumbled tofu, you get all the bright, umami-packed taste with a lighter, plant-based twist. Served in butter lettuce leaves, these tacos are perfect for a quick, satisfying meal in under 25 minutes, with plenty of room for customization and extra heat.

Ingredients

Instructions

Pat the tofu dry and crumble it into small, bite-size pieces with your hands or a fork.
Heat the neutral oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the shallots and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant and softened.
Add the crumbled tofu and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, allowing some pieces to turn golden brown.
Sprinkle in the toasted rice powder and stir to coat the tofu evenly.
Add soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until well mixed and fragrant.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in half of the mint, cilantro, and all the green onion.
Spoon the larb tofu mixture into butter lettuce leaves.
Top with remaining herbs and optional thinly sliced red chili.
Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side. Enjoy with sticky rice or cucumber salad if desired.