ROASTED EGGPLANT SANDWICH WITH SOY-LIME GLAZE

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In this vegetarian sandwich that's an ode to the Vietnamese banh mi, eggplant slices are brushed with a sweet-and-briny glaze of soy sauce, lime, rice vinegar, and garlic, then roasted to perfection. They emerge creamy from the oven and counterbalance the tangy snap of the quick-pickled carrot, radishes, and cucumber that are piled on top.

Provided by Shira Bocar

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegan Recipes

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 medium eggplants (1 1/2 pounds total), stems trimmed, cut crosswise into 1-inch rounds (about 12 slices)
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce or tamari
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
5 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 carrot, peeled and julienned
2 radishes, julienned
1 mini cucumber, thinly sliced
1 loaf soft French bread
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves or small sprigs

Steps:

  • Sprinkle eggplant slices generously with salt; arrange on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Let stand 30 minutes, then pat dry with paper towels. In a bowl, stir together soy sauce, lime juice, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, and garlic.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange eggplant in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush both sides of eggplant with oil. Roast, flipping halfway, until golden brown and very tender, about 30 minutes. Brush both sides of eggplant with soy mixture; continue roasting until caramelized, 7 to 10 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, toss together carrot, radishes, cucumber, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 4 tablespoons vinegar and 1 teaspoon sugar.
  • Slice bread into quarters and halve lengthwise. Spread mayonnaise on cut sides and top with roasted eggplant, pickled vegetables, jalapeño, and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Hana Abtemariam
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The eggplant was so flavorful and the soy-lime glaze was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Suvo Khan
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This sandwich was delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the soy-lime glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Real Pakistan
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I loved this recipe! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the soy-lime glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Kira Brown
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This was a great recipe! The eggplant was perfectly roasted and the soy-lime glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


M Iqbal
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The eggplant was so flavorful and the soy-lime glaze was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Revansha Samson
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This sandwich was delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the soy-lime glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Sanusi Dayo
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I loved this recipe! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the soy-lime glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Fazzani Yassine
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This was a great recipe! The eggplant was perfectly roasted and the soy-lime glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


lonewolf
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The eggplant was so flavorful and the soy-lime glaze was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Kifayat Shakir
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This sandwich was delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the soy-lime glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Kirk Newmann
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I loved this recipe! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the soy-lime glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Nomcebo Masango
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This was a great recipe! The eggplant was perfectly roasted and the soy-lime glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Glosh Nuera
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The eggplant was so flavorful and the soy-lime glaze was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Deborah Mellen
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This sandwich was delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the soy-lime glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Teresa Stewart-Buck
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I loved this recipe! The eggplant was perfectly roasted and the soy-lime glaze was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Carolyn Porter
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This was a great recipe! The eggplant was so tender and flavorful. The soy-lime glaze was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Nat Tasha
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind! The eggplant was roasted to perfection and the soy-lime glaze was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Shyamjit gupta
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This sandwich was amazing! The eggplant was perfectly roasted and the soy-lime glaze was delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.


Sh Ratul
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the combination of flavors and textures. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the soy-lime glaze added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.


Clottey Angela
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This roasted eggplant sandwich with soy-lime glaze was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly well-balanced, and the eggplant was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and unique sandwich.