Tofu Banh Mi

Banh Mi au tofu

A tasty, simple and economical sandwich. You can also make it the day before and eat it for lunch the next day!

Preparation 10 min
Cooking 10 min
Portion 4

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories
430
Fat
20
Carbohydrates
50
Fibre
6
Protein
24
Sodium
480
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Ingredients

  • 60 ml (¼ cup) rice vinegar
  • 60 mL (¼ cup) white vinegar
  • 60 mL (¼ cup) water
  • 30 mL (2 tbsp.) sodium-reduced soy sauce
  • 30 mL (2 tbsp.) toasted sesame oil
  • 15 mL (1 tbsp.) sriracha
  • 15 mL (1 tbsp.) chopped ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 block (450g) firm tofu
  • 125 mL (½ cup) carrots, julienned
  • 125 mL (½ cup) cucumber, cut into thin slices
  • 125 mL (½ cup) radishes, thinly sliced
  • 125 mL (½ cup) fresh cilantro
  • 1 baguette

Mayonnaise

  • 60 mL (¼ cup) light mayonnaise
  • 15 mL (1 tbsp.) sodium-reduced soy sauce

Preparation

  1. In a bowl, combine rice vinegar, white vinegar, water, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sriracha, ginger and garlic.  Pour the marinade into a plastic bag with a seal.
  2. Pat tofu dry with paper towels and cut into 8 slices. Place in the plastic bag with the carrots, cucumbers and radishes and mix well to coat.
  3. Let marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  4. Once marinated, remove tofu from the bag and grill in a pan. Cook for 5 minutes per side or until golden brown.
  5. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the ingredients for the mayonnaise.
  6. Cut the baguette into 4 pieces and slice each lengthwise. Brush mayonnaise mixture on inside of buns, then top with grilled tofu slices, pickled vegetables and fresh cilantro.

Notes

 

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