Bánh Mì Bò Kho Chay

Bánh Mì Bò Kho Chay is a delightful vegan twist on the traditional Vietnamese sandwich, featuring a rich and aromatic spiced mushroom filling. This plant-based burger is served in a crispy baguette, topped with fresh herbs and pickled vegetables for a burst of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• Baguette - 2 pieces
• King oyster mushrooms - 200 grams, sliced
• Carrots - 1 medium, julienned
• Daikon radish - 100 grams, julienned
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 200 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Star anise - 1 piece
• Cinnamon stick - 1 piece
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, for garnish
• Fresh mint - a handful, for garnish
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges
• Chili sauce - to taste (optional)

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
2. Add sliced king oyster mushrooms and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and soy sauce, then add star anise, cinnamon stick, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
4. While the mushroom mixture cooks, prepare the pickled vegetables by mixing the julienned carrots and daikon radish in a bowl with a little vinegar and sugar. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
5. Once the mushroom filling is ready, remove the star anise and cinnamon stick. Adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Toast the baguettes in the oven for about 5 minutes until crispy.
7. Assemble the Bánh Mì by filling each baguette with mushroom filling, top with the pickled vegetables, fresh cilantro, and mint. Serve with lime wedges and chili sauce on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Low in saturated fat and cholesterol-free, making it heart-healthy.

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