Entry #3343, March 16, 2014

Give your sandwich a healthy twist! Try this vegetarian sandwich that combines taste and nutrition into one – Crisp Tofu Sandwich with Peanut-Ginger Sauce. You’ll find it so easy to prepare and make. The Tofu is a great healthy alternative for meat. Tofu is really good for your health and its flavor is just like meat. And when combined with the peanut-ginger sauce, it’s going to be a tasty treat for anyone.

Crisp Tofu Sandwich with Peanut-Ginger Sauce

Crisp tofu sandwich with peanut ginger sauce 

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Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 4 long panels
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 6 ounces Thai-flavored baked tofu, cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 2 tablespoons natural unsweetened peanut butter
• 1/2 teaspoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 3/4 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 (4 ounces) 8-inch whole-wheat baguette or whole grain baguette, halved horizontally
• Radish sprouts for garnish (optional)

Procedure

1. Heat broiler with rack 4 inches from heat source. Place onion slices and pepper, skin side up, on a broiler pan. Broil, turning onion over halfway through cooking time, until peppers are blistered and onion is lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel skin off peppers. Cut pepper into thick strips.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté tofu until golden brown and crisp, about 2 minutes on each side.
3. In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil, and ginger. Toss reserved vegetables with remaining 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil. Spread peanut-butter mixture on bottom side of bread. Top with tofu and vegetables. Place other piece of bread on top. Cut in half to make two sandwiches. Wrap tightly in foil and refrigerate for up to two days. Serve with radish sprouts on the side, if desired.

You can make up to two Crisp Tofu Sandwich with Peanut-Ginger Sauce after the whole process. Taste it for yourself and fall in love with its superb blend flavors.

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