Tofu Banh Mi

Tofu Banh Mi is a vibrant vegetarian sandwich that combines marinated tofu, crisp vegetables, and a touch of spicy sriracha, all nestled in a fresh baguette. This delightful dish captures the essence of Vietnamese flavors while offering a hearty and satisfying lunch option.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Jalapeño - 1 small, sliced
• Sriracha - 1 tablespoon
• Baguette - 1 large
• Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Drain the tofu and press it between paper towels to remove excess moisture for about 15 minutes.
2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
3. Cut the pressed tofu into 1 cm thick slices and marinate in the mixture for at least 10 minutes.
4. While the tofu is marinating, prepare the vegetables by julienning the carrot and slicing the cucumber and jalapeño.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the marinated tofu slices, cooking for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
6. Slice the baguette lengthwise, leaving one side intact to create a pocket for the fillings.
7. Spread mayonnaise inside the baguette and layer with cooked tofu, julienned carrots, cucumber slices, fresh cilantro, and jalapeño.
8. Drizzle sriracha over the top for extra heat, if desired, and close the sandwich.
9. Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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