Vegan Popiah

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Discover the vibrant flavors of Vegan Popiah, a plant-based twist on the beloved Southeast Asian fresh spring roll. This recipe features a medley of crisp and colorful vegetables, crumbled firm tofu, and a flavorful stir-fry sauce made with hoisin and soy sauce, wrapped in soft popiah wrappers and layered with fresh lettuce. Each roll is topped with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts, sesame oil, and a drizzle of spicy chili sauce for added crunch and zing. Perfectly balanced in taste and texture, these rolls are light, healthy, and versatile—ideal as an appetizer, snack, or even a main course. With quick prep and an easy-to-follow method, this dish is a satisfying way to enjoy vegan-friendly comfort food that’s bursting with Asian-inspired goodness.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 30 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 3 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 12 sheets Popiah wrappers
• 200 grams Firm tofu
• 2 medium Carrot
• 200 grams Cabbage
• 100 grams Bean sprouts
• 50 grams Chopped peanuts
• 3 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 cloves Garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 12 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 4 tablespoons Chili sauce

📝 Instructions

14 steps

1. Grate the carrots and thinly slice the cabbage into strips.

2. Drain and pat dry the firm tofu, then crumble it into small pieces.

3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

4. Add the crumbled tofu to the pan and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until slightly golden.

5. Add the grated carrots, sliced cabbage, and bean sprouts to the pan. Continue to stir-fry for another 3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.

6. Pour in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sugar, then mix well. Stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes until everything is well combined.

7. Remove the vegetable and tofu mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly.

8. Lay a popiah wrapper flat on a clean surface. Place a lettuce leaf on top of the wrapper.

9. Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the vegetable and tofu filling onto the lettuce leaf, spreading it evenly.

10. Sprinkle a small amount of chopped peanuts over the filling.

11. Add a small drizzle of sesame oil and chili sauce on top of the filling for extra flavor.

12. Fold the sides of the popiah wrapper over the filling, then roll it up tightly to enclose the filling completely.

13. Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

14. Serve the popiah rolls immediately with extra chili sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (408.0g)

Calories		567
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		29.0 g	37%
	Saturated Fat	4.1 g	20%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	7.8 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		1271 mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate		57.9 g	21%
	Dietary Fiber	8.6 g	31%
	Total Sugars	17.5 g
Protein		22.8 g	46%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		557 mg	43%
Iron		4.5 mg	25%
Potassium		794 mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 778 cal (44.5%%)

Protein: 272 cal (15.6%%)

Carbs: 696 cal (39.8%%)