Vegan Thai Basil Beef Roll (Print Version)

Plant protein, rice, and fragrant herbs wrapped in tortillas served with spicy chili oil for a Thai twist.

# Ingredients:

→ Grain and Protein Base

01 - 250 g uncooked sushi rice
02 - 240 g Plant Basics Hearty Plant Protein Pea Crumbles
03 - 480 ml water
04 - 2 teaspoons Plant Basics Just Like Beef Seasoning
05 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce
06 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon red chili flakes

→ Fresh Aromatics and Dressing

09 - 45 ml sesame oil, divided
10 - 130 g chopped cucumber
11 - 30 ml fresh lime juice
12 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup
13 - 15 g chopped cilantro
14 - 20 g chopped basil
15 - 15 g chopped green onion

→ Assembly

16 - 5 large flour tortillas
17 - Chili oil, for dipping

# Instructions:

01 - Prepare sushi rice according to package instructions, using 250 g rice and appropriate water measure. Once cooked, set aside and keep warm.
02 - Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
03 - In a large skillet over high heat, combine plant protein crumbles, 480 ml water, Just Like Beef Seasoning, soy sauce, ground ginger, ground cumin, and red chili flakes. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all liquid has been absorbed.
04 - Evenly spread cooked plant protein mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 30 ml sesame oil. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool slightly.
05 - In a bowl, combine chopped cucumber, remaining 15 ml sesame oil, lime juice, maple syrup, chopped cilantro, chopped basil, and green onion. Toss gently until all ingredients are combined. Set aside.
06 - Gently warm flour tortillas in a skillet over medium heat or in a microwave until pliable.
07 - Lay one tortilla flat and add 125 g cooked rice and 125 g baked plant protein down the center. Top with approximately 45 g of cucumber herb salad. Roll the tortilla tightly into a wrap, folding in sides to secure the fillings. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
08 - Arrange rolls on a serving plate. Serve immediately with chili oil for dipping.

# Notes:

01 - For enhanced flavor, allow the filling to cool for several minutes before assembling rolls to prevent tortillas from becoming soggy.

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