Teresa's Recipes
Tofu Banh Mi Sandwich
Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with this Vegetarian Tofu Banh Mi Sandwich. This dish is a delightful twist on the traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi, originally introduced by the French during their colonial period in Vietnam. The sandwich harmoniously combines the savory depth of marinated tofu, the tanginess of pickled vegetables, the refreshing crunch of cucumber, the fiery kick of jalapeno, and the creamy heat of spicy mayo, all nestled within a perfectly toasted baguette. A vegetarian delight that certainly doesn't compromise on flavor!
Ingredients
- 1 handful, fresh Cilantro
- 1, cut into 4 sections and halved Baguette
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 1, thinly sliced Jalapeno
- 1/2, thinly sliced Cucumber
- 1/2 cup, julienned Daikon radish
- 1/2 cup, julienned Carrots
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1/4 cup Rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
- 14 ounces, drained and sliced Tofu
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 17g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Sugar: 8g
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and minced garlic to create the tofu marinade.
- Add the sliced tofu to the marinade and ensure each piece is well coated. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- While the tofu is marinating, mix the julienned daikon radish and carrots with 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar and 1 tablespoon of sugar to create the pickled vegetables. Let them sit for at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the marinated tofu on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15 minutes, or until the tofu turns golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and Sriracha to create the spicy mayo.
- To assemble the sandwiches, first spread the spicy mayo on both halves of the baguette sections.
- Layer the baked tofu, pickled vegetables, thinly sliced cucumber, and jalapeno on the bottom half of each baguette section.
- Top each sandwich with a generous amount of fresh cilantro.
- Cover with the top half of the baguette, serve immediately, and relish the explosion of flavors!
Tips
- Try marinating the tofu overnight for a deeper flavor. For a vegan version, use vegan mayo. You can also add other fresh herbs like mint or basil for added freshness.