Vegetarian Traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi

Discover the vibrant flavors of a 'Vegetarian Traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi'—a plant-based twist on the iconic Vietnamese sandwich. This recipe combines crispy golden tofu marinated with soy sauce and sesame oil, layered with tangy quick-pickled carrots and daikon radish, thinly sliced cucumber, and fragrant cilantro, all tucked into a toasted Vietnamese-style baguette. A creamy sriracha mayo adds a spicy kick, perfectly balancing the savory and tangy elements. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vegetarian banh mi is ideal for an easy yet flavor-packed lunch or dinner. Perfect for foodies seeking an authentic taste of Vietnam with a vegetarian spin!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 piece Baguette, preferably Vietnamese-style
• 200 grams Firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 small Carrot, julienned
• 1 small Daikon radish, julienned
• 1 small Cucumber, sliced thinly
• 10 grams Cilantro (coriander leaves)
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (vegetarian-friendly)
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture. Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top for 10 minutes.

Step 2

2. While the tofu is pressing, prepare the quick pickled vegetables. In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Add the julienned carrots and daikon radish, toss to coat, and set aside to marinate.

Step 3

3. Slice the tofu into slabs approximately ¼-inch thick. Heat 1 teaspoon of sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu slices and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of soy sauce over the tofu while cooking to infuse flavor.

Step 4

4. Prepare the sauce by combining 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce in a small bowl. Adjust the amount of sriracha to your spice tolerance.

Step 5

5. Slice the baguette lengthwise, leaving one side intact to create a hinge. Lightly toast the baguette in the oven or on a griddle for added crispness.

Step 6

6. Spread the sriracha mayo evenly on both sides of the inside of the baguette. Layer the cooked tofu, pickled vegetables, cucumber slices, and fresh cilantro inside the baguette.

Step 7

7. Season with black pepper to taste, close the baguette, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Vegetarian Traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(687.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	848.2

Total Fat 46.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 9.5mg	0%
Sodium 3401.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.0g
Protein 35.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 412.8mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1194.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 35.9%