Summer Rolls with Crispy Sesame Tofu Strips
Welcome to Day 5 of our Asian-inspired Batch Cooking Week! To finish things off, we have something fresh, light, and wonderfully crunchy: Summer Rolls with Crispy Sesame Tofu Strips. Filled with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and golden-brown pan-fried tofu, they are the perfect dish to round off your week in a balanced and enjoyable way. In our Batch Cooking Week, we show you how to get through the week healthy, stress-free, and maximally fresh with a well-planned Prep Day and minimal effort. The prepared components can be quickly combined, so the summer rolls can be freshly rolled and served at any time.
If you are just starting with batch cooking and want to learn more about it, please check out our Batch Cooking Basics Blog Post first. There, we have compiled all the most important tips and tricks regarding planning, preparation, and storage for you.
In our Batch Cooking E-Book, you will also find further tips, exciting recipes, and diverse weekly plans, so you can cook relaxed and structured even beyond this week.
Recipe: Summer Rolls with Crispy Sesame Tofu Strips
The summer rolls are freshly rolled and filled with crisp vegetables, aromatic herbs, and crispy pan-fried sesame tofu strips. The combination of freshness and crunch makes them light, balanced, and full of flavor. Thanks to pre-prepared components, the summer rolls can be perfectly portioned, prepared, and enjoyed flexibly – whether at home or on the go.
🕒 Preparation time: approx. 35 minutes
👥 Quantity: 2 people / portions
🌱 Characteristics: gluten-free, high in fiber & ideal for on-the-go
Why this dish is healthy for you
The summer rolls are light, fresh, and satisfying at the same time – perfect for days when you want to nourish yourself without feeling heavy. Crunchy vegetables provide many vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which support your digestion and keep you full for a long time. The sesame tofu brings plant-based protein and valuable unsaturated fatty acids, while the fresh herbs provide natural flavors and additional antioxidants. Together, they create a balanced dish that nourishes the body, provides energy, and can be ideally integrated into your batch cooking routine.
Here's how it's done
Prepared on Prep Day
- Tofu
- Vegetables (carrot, bell pepper, cucumber, herb mix)
- Mango
- Peanuts
- Signature Dip
- Chili Crunch
Preparation
Tofu
- Mix sesame seeds and starch in the medium mixing bowl.
- Take the second half of the tofu out of the airtight container and lightly moisten it with 1-2 tsp of soy sauce or water to ensure the breading sticks.
- Coat the tofu in the sesame-starch mixture and fry until crispy.
- Cut into strips.
Summer Rolls
Fill a large mixing bowl with warm water.
Soak rice paper.
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Fill with:
Glass noodles (150 g), carrot, bell pepper, cucumber, mango, herb mix, tofu strips, and peanuts.
Roll tightly.
Serve with Signature Dip and Chili Crunch.
Enjoy your meal!
Our Prep Day Tip
For a smooth Prep Day, a few practical helpers are indispensable. Particularly important are mixing bowls with glass lids. They are excellent for storing marinades, dressings, or prepared ingredients without them drying out or mixing. Stainless steel mixing bowls are particularly robust and durable, and also hygienic and dishwasher-safe – perfect for the entire week.
Another indispensable helper in your kitchen is the wood fiber cutting board. It is antibacterial, gentle on knives, and can even be cleaned in the dishwasher. This allows vegetables, herbs, or other ingredients to be prepared particularly hygienically and conveniently.
Tip: Prepare sauces like Miso Dressing or Chili Crunch directly in the mixing bowls with lids, then you can portion them immediately and store them in the refrigerator.
Our Batch Cooking Must-haves
More inspiration & recipes
For all who want more!
If you are looking for even more inspiration and support for the week, you will find everything your heart desires in our Batch Cooking E-Book. We have already published two of our recipes from the Batch Cooking weeks: one from the Green Batch Cooking Week and one from the Pickles Batch Cooking Week.
If you want everything at once – the complete Prep Day, the shopping list, and all other recipes – then the E-Book is just right for you. It contains well-thought-out weekly plans, detailed Prep Days, complete shopping lists, and sound knowledge about Batch Cooking. Additionally, you get useful downloads that support you in a healthy and stress-free diet.
In the Batch Cooking E-Book you will find:
Detailed weekly plans for varied Batch Cooking weeks
Step-by-step Prep Days for easy preparation
Complete shopping lists for stress-free shopping
Practical Batch Cooking knowledge for your everyday life
Additional downloads to support your healthy diet
