Broiled Marinated Tofu Sandwich Recipe

Name: Broiled Marinated Tofu Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces firm tofu (Chinese-style); 1/2 teaspoon each ground cumin, chili powder and dried oregano; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 medium clove minced garlic; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 4 thick slices whole wheat bread, lightly toasted; Chili mayonnaise (see below); Sliced tomato, washed arugula and, optional: slices of red onion; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

12 ounces firm tofu (Chinese-style)
1/2 teaspoon each ground cumin, chili powder and dried oregano
1/4 cup olive oil
1 medium clove minced garlic
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup dry white wine
4 thick slices whole wheat bread, lightly toasted
Chili mayonnaise (see below)
Sliced tomato, washed arugula and, optional: slices of red onion
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Cut tofu into 1-inch thick slices.
2
Drain.
3
Set them on a sheet, cover with another baking pan or cookie sheet and weight down with something heavy; drain for at least 1/2 hour to remove excess water.
4
In a small cast iron skillet toast cumin, chili and oregano until they emit a lovely aroma.
5
Remove to a nonreactive saucepan and add olive oil, garlic, vinegar and white wine.
6
Bring to a simmer.
7
Transfer drained and weighted tofu to a ceramic or glass dish and pour marinade over tofu.
8
Cover with plastic and refrigerate for a day at least or, for up to 3 to 4 days.
9
Preheat the broiler.
10
Remove marinated tofu, pat dry and broil, about 6 inches away from the heat until crispy on each side.
11
Spread bread with mayonnaise; slice tofu in half to make 1/2-inch slices and set over mayonnaise.
12
Top with tomato, arugula and onion if you wish.
13
Spread second slice of toasted bread with chili mayo and cover sandwich.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces firm tofu (Chinese-style), 1/2 teaspoon each ground cumin, chili powder and dried oregano, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 medium clove minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Broiled Marinated Tofu Sandwich falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broiled Marinated Tofu Sandwich

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