Marinated Tofu Shiitake and Spinach Stir Fry Sandwich

This is probably one of the best sandwiches I have ever had/made, and I've had/made a ton of delicious sandwiches. I found the idea for marinading the tofu online, and it did not disappoint. Topping the tofu with a mushroom spinach stir fry was also a great idea, as shiitake, ginger, and spinach are all fresh and in season. All the hearty and juicy and savory flavors meshed so well together. It was quite a flavor combination and hit the spot just right.

Sandwich before topping with the last slice of bread:


Sandwich after cutting:


Makes 1 stacked sandwich

Ingredients:

2 slices tofu, marinated overnight or longer in 2 parts balsamic vinegar, 2 parts olive oil, 1 part maple syrup, fresh (or dried) rosemary, salt and pepper

Recently made spinach stir fry: sliced shiitake mushrooms, spinach, onion, garlic, and fresh ginger sauteed in a covered pan with butter, soy sauce, red chile flakes, and black pepper. Add the spinach and black pepper last, and let the spinach wilt with the heat off in the covered pan.

2 slices bread, preferably not white bread
Cheese, the best you can find
Sesame seeds
1/2 Avocado
Chile sauce, I used homemade habanero sauce

In a large frying pan, gently melt some butter. Place bread slice in pan and toast well until the bread is crispy and deliciously buttery. Repeat with all sides and slices of the bread.

Top bread with cheese and sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Place in fish grill or broiler or toaster. Toast for a few minutes until cheese has melted.

Pan fry/grill the marinated tofu, being sure to get all sides as crispy as possible. Place a bit of the liquid you soaked it in into the pan to avoid burning.

Now time to layer. Place one tofu slice on top of a melted cheesy slice of toast. Top with avocado slices one layer thick. Drizzle with chile sauce.

Place the next slice of tofu on top of the avocado. Top with some of the shiitake spinach mushroom stir fry. Place the other cheesy toast slice on top, cheese side down, and press down gently. Cut the sandwich in half with a sharp knife. Enjoy!