Description
This Bánh Mì with Tofu has spicy, savory, and tangy flavors that make a mouthwatering combination between a lightly toasted baguette. A healthy, delicious plant-based version of the classic Vietnamese sandwich!
Ingredients
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Quick-Pickled Veggies
- 2 Carrots, (cut into matchsticks)
- 1 Cucumber, (sliced into rounds)
- 1/4 of a Red Onion, (sliced into rounds)
- 1/2–1 Jalapeño (sliced into rounds and deseeded)
- 1/2 cup Rice Vinegar
- 1/2 tsp Sugar
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Tofu
- 1 package Extra Firm Tofu
- 1 Tbsp Tamari or Liquid Aminos (or sub Soy Sauce)
- 1 1/2 tsp Toasted sesame oil
- 2 tsp Garlic Chili Sauce (or Sriracha )
- 1/2 tsp Ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
Chipotle Garlic Aioli (or use plain vegan mayo)
- 2 Tbsp Vegan mayo
- 1 Garlic clove, minced
- 2–3 tsp Sriracha
- 1/2 tsp Lime juice
For Serving
- Fresh baguette (Not too dense; quality bread that’s flakey on the outside and soft on the inside )
- Kale, chopped or thinly sliced
- Cilantro (and/or fresh basil leaves)
Instructions
- Quick-pickled veggies: Prep the night before or up to 1 hour prior to making sandwiches. Place everything under “Quick-picked veggies” in a medium-large sized container and cover with a sealing lid. Turn container upside down several times to mix everything together and then place in fridge until you’re ready to make the sandwiches. Give the container a gentle shake from time to time.
- Tofu: Pat tofu dry with a clean kitchen towel. Cut tofu in three large slabs lengthwise, then cut again in thirds so you have thin and wide pieces of tofu. Place tofu in a large skillet.
In a small bowl, stir together all ingredients in the “tofu” section and pour over tofu, using a spoon to evenly coat. Cook on medium heat, flipping halfway through, until tofu is lightly browned. - Spicy garlic aioli: In a small bowl, combine vegan mayo, minced garlic, sriracha, and lime juice. Add anything more to-taste.
- Cut baguette into sandwich-sized sections and toast very lightly.
Spread spicy garlic aioli (or plain vegan mayo) on toasted bread and assemble sandwiches with tofu, pickled veggies, kale, and cilantro (or basil). Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: burgers and sandwiches
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Vietnamese