Asian Lettuce Bites Recipe

Amrita Ma Devi

Thursday, June 22, 2023

Asian Lettuce Bites Recipe

Bright, crisp, and deeply nourishing, these Asian Lettuce Bites are the perfect fusion of fresh garden greens and warming, Ayurvedic-inspired flavors. Light on the digestive system yet rich in life-giving prana, each bite floods your body with healing goodness: cooling lettuce cups cradle a rainbow of sautéed shiitake, oyster, and trumpet mushrooms, vibrant julienned carrot, and tender stripes of tempeh, all kissed by coconut oil and spiced with toasted coriander. A splash of savory tamari brings it all together, lifting both taste and digestive fire (agni) without overwhelming your system.

In Ayurveda, balance is everything. Coconut oil pacifies Vata with its grounding, lubricating qualities, while tempering Pitta’s heat. Coriander seeds impart a mild warmth to stimulate your digestive fire, promoting optimal nutrient absorption. Mushrooms and tempeh serve as light yet sustaining proteins, nurturing Kapha’s need for stability without heaviness. Carrots and bell pepper add sweet, cooling energies to harmonise all three doshas, ensuring these bites leave you feeling energised, centred, and perfectly satiated.

Whether you’re seeking a vibrant appetiser, a light lunch, or a healthful snack, these Asian Lettuce Bites bring together simple, seasonal ingredients in an Ayurvedic balance that supports digestion, bolsters immunity, and soothes the nervous system—one delicious wrapper at a time. Let’s roll into wellness!






INGREDIENTS


INGREDIENTS


  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil

  • 1 julienned carrot

  • 100 grams shiitake mushrooms

  • 100 grams oyster mushrooms

  • 50 grams of trumpet mushrooms

  • 1 pepper

  • 4 stripes of tempeh

  • 1 teaspoon coriander seed

  • 2 tablespoons tamari sauce

  • Lettuce leaves for serving

INSTRUCTIONS


INSTRUCTIONS


1. Heat coconut oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet.

2. Add shiitake, oyster, and trumpet mushrooms and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until they are softened and lightly browned.

3. Add sliced pepper and tempeh to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until the tempeh is browned and crispy. Lastly, add in the juliened carrots and cook for 2-3 minutes

4. Crush coriander seed and add to the skillet along with tamari sauce. Stir to combine.

5. Remove the skillet from heat and let it cool until it is safe to handle.

6.Take lettuce leaves, fill them with the cooked mixture from the skillet and serve immediately.

7. Enjoy your healthy and delicious Asian Lettuce Bites!



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