We’ve never tried traditional pastrami but always loved the idea of a classic New York deli sandwich! This plant-based version is epic – the beetroot marinade works perfectly.
Takes 25 minutesminutes
Serves 2
Ingredients
400gtofu
Marinade
1small beetroot (raw or vacuum packed)
250mlveg stock
2tbspapple cider vinegar
3tbsptamari
1tbspdijon mustard
1/2tspblack pepper
1tspground coriander
1tspsmoked paprika
1tspgarlic powder
To serve
4slicessourdough
10gherkins
2tbspdijon mustard
4tbspvegan mayo
4slicesvegan cheese
60gkimchi
Instructions
Prepare the tofu:Press the tofu to remove excess water. Using a mandolin or sharp knife, slice the tofu into thin strips, approx. ½ cm thick or thinner.
Make the marinade:Blend all the marinade ingredients (beetroot, vegetable stock, apple cider vinegar, tamari, Dijon mustard, black pepper, ground coriander, smoked paprika, and garlic powder) in a blender or food processor until smooth.
Marinate the tofu:Place the sliced tofu in a large baking tray or wide container. Pour the marinade over the tofu, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Leave to marinate for 20 minutes, flipping the tofu halfway through to ensure both sides are covered.
Preheat the oven:Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan-assisted).
Bake the tofu:Transfer the marinated tofu to a clean baking tray. Optionally, spray the tofu with a little oil to encourage a charred, crispy texture. Bake for 10 minutes on each side, or until the tofu looks dry and resembles pastrami. Remove from the oven.
Toast the bread:While the tofu bakes, toast the slices of sourdough bread until golden brown.
Assemble the sandwiches:To make one sandwich, spread a generous dollop of vegan mayo on one slice of bread. Add 5 gherkins, half the tofu "pastrami", 30g kimchi, a slice of vegan cheese, and a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the other slice of bread.Optional: If you prefer melted cheese, assemble the sandwich without the top slice, place it in the oven, and bake for 5 minutes until the cheese melts. Add the top slice after baking.
Serve:Repeat the assembly process for the second sandwich. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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