Best 2 Broiled Marinated Tofu Sandwich Recipes

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is gaining popularity as a meat alternative. It is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, including sandwiches. Broiled marinated tofu sandwiches are a delicious and healthy option for lunch or dinner. The tofu is marinated in a flavorful sauce and then broiled until crispy. The sandwich is then assembled with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, and avocado.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BROILED, MARINATED TOFU SANDWICH

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A tasty vegetarian sandwich. Tofu holds a marinade very well, then crisps up nicely under a broiler.

Provided by TJ Lombard

Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes

Time 9h10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound firm tofu
¼ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup white wine vinegar
¼ cup dry white wine
10 slices whole wheat bread
¼ cup mayonnaise
5 Roma tomatoes, sliced
1 cup arugula
1 red onion, thinly sliced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Cut tofu into 10 thin slices. Set on a baking sheet, cover with another baking sheet, and weigh down with something heavy, such as a large can of food. Drain until excess water is removed, at least 30 minutes.
Heat olive oil in a small cast iron skillet over medium heat. Toast ground cumin, chili powder, and oregano in the hot oil until spices are aromatic, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Transfer oil and spice mixture to a saucepan over medium heat; stir in minced garlic, white wine vinegar, and white wine. Bring to a simmer, then remove marinade from heat.
Place drained tofu into a glass dish; pour marinade over tofu. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
Remove tofu from marinade; pat dry with paper towels and place on broiler rack. Broil on each side until skin is crisp, about 6 minutes per side.
To assemble, spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread; place 2 tofu slices on 5 of the bread slices; top tofu with sliced tomato, arugula, red onion, salt, black pepper, and remaining slices of bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 4.2 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 353.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

BROILED MARINATED TOFU SANDWICH

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Provided by Food Network

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

Cut tofu into 1-inch thick slices. Drain. 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. In a small cast iron skillet toast cumin, chili and oregano until they emit a lovely aroma. Remove to a nonreactive saucepan and add olive oil, garlic, vinegar and white wine. Bring to a simmer. Transfer drained and weighted tofu to a flameproof ceramic dish and pour marinade over tofu. Cover with plastic and refrigerate for a day at least or, for up to 3 to 4 days. Preheat the broiler. Remove marinated tofu, pat dry and broil, about 6 inches away from the heat until crispy on each side. Spread bread with mayonnaise; slice tofu in half to make 1/2-inch slices and set over mayonnaise. Top with tomato, arugula and onion if you wish. Spread second slice of toasted bread with chili mayo and cover sandwich.

Tips:

Choose firm or extra-firm tofu. This will help the tofu hold its shape and not crumble when you marinate and cook it.
Press the tofu before marinating. This will help remove excess water and allow the marinade to penetrate more deeply.
Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade is what will give the tofu its flavor, so make sure it's packed with flavor. You can use a store-bought marinade or make your own.
Marinate the tofu for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. This will give the tofu time to absorb the flavors of the marinade.
Cook the tofu over medium heat. This will help prevent the tofu from burning.
Serve the tofu sandwich with your favorite toppings. You can use lettuce, tomato, avocado, cheese, or anything else you like.

Conclusion:

Broiled marinated tofu sandwiches are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy tofu. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give broiled marinated tofu sandwiches a try. You won't be disappointed!