Crispy Tofu Vegetarian Banh Mi

Ingredients

• 14 oz Extra firm tofu, pressed and sliced
• 4 pieces French baguettes, 8-inch
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 1 cup Pickled carrots and daikon (Do Chua)
• 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 0.5 bunch Fresh cilantro sprigs
• 1 large Jalapeño, thinly sliced(optional)
• 0.5 cup Vegetarian mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Press the tofu for at least 20 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1/2-inch thick rectangles.

2. 2

   Whisk the mayonnaise and sriracha together in a small bowl and set aside.

3. 3

   Dredge each tofu slice in cornstarch, shaking off the excess for a light coating.

4. 4

   Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and fry tofu until golden and crispy on both sides.

5. 5

   Drizzle the soy sauce over the crispy tofu in the pan at the last second to glaze them quickly, then remove from heat.

6. 6

   Slice the baguettes lengthwise and toast them in the oven until the crust is warm and crispy.

7. 7

   Spread a generous layer of spicy mayo on both sides of the bread.

8. 8

   Layer the crispy tofu, pickled vegetables, cucumber slices, jalapeños, and cilantro into the baguettes and serve immediately.