If you thought lettuce was just a salad base, this viral Japanese recipe will change your mind. Known as “レタスだけロール” (Lettuce-Only Rolls), this simple, healthy, and flavorful dish has taken Japanese social media by storm — especially on YouTube Shorts and TikTok.
🌟 Why It’s Trending in Japan
- Uses only lettuce as the main ingredient — no meat, no carbs.
- Topped with an addictive spicy scallion-garlic sauce.
- Great for summer: refreshing, light, and low in calories.
- Super affordable: less than 1 USD per serving!
- Ideal for vegetarians or those seeking low-carb recipes.
🧄 Recipe: Lettuce-Only Rolls
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2)
Main
- 1 head of lettuce (about 400 g)
Spicy Scallion Sauce
- 10 cm scallion (approx. 30g), finely chopped
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/3 tsp grated garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- A dash of chili oil (optional)
🔪 Instructions
- Prep the lettuce: Remove and separate the leaves, and trim the thick stems.
- Make the sauce: Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Blanch the lettuce: Boil water in a pot, quickly blanch the leaves for 10–20 seconds, then transfer to cold water. Squeeze out excess moisture.
- Roll it up: Lay out the leaves flat, overlapping slightly. Roll tightly into a log. Slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Serve: Place rolls on a plate, drizzle with the scallion sauce just before serving. Done!
🍴 What It Tastes Like
The lettuce turns incredibly tender after blanching — almost like a delicate wrap. The spicy scallion sauce adds a punchy, savory flavor that pairs beautifully with the fresh, mild base. Think: the elegance of sushi rolls, but plant-based.
💡 Tips
- Use romaine or butter lettuce if you can’t find Japanese lettuce varieties.
- Add tofu or shredded chicken inside for a protein boost.
- Double the sauce — you’ll want more!
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