Caramelized Mushroom and Zucchini Sandwich
Ingredients you'll need
For the Mushrooms:
- 450g mushrooms, sliced (king oyster mushrooms recommended)
- A touch of oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- A pinch of sugar
For the Zucchini:
- 2 zucchini, sliced
- Oil for frying
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
For the Curried Mayo:
- 4 tablespoons vegan mayo
- 1/2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon agave syrup
- 3 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon roasted curry powder
For Assembly:
- Bread of your choice
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes (salt before assembling!)
- Fresh cilantro
Let's get cookin'
- For the mushrooms: Heat a pan over high heat and add the sliced mushrooms. Press down on the mushrooms with something heavy (like another pan or pot) to release their water. Once the water has evaporated, add a touch of oil to the pan. Add paprika, garlic powder, salt, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of sugar. Fry the mushrooms until nicely caramelized and deeply browned. Set aside.
- For the zucchini: In the same or another pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced zucchini and fry until nicely browned on both sides. Season with salt and dried Italian herbs, then stir to combine. Set aside.
- For the curried mayo: In a small bowl, mix together vegan mayo, tomato paste, agave syrup, white wine vinegar, salt, and roasted curry powder. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- To assemble: Toast your bread if desired. Spread the curried mayo generously on both slices of bread.
- Layer with lettuce, salted tomato slices, caramelized mushrooms, fried zucchini, and fresh cilantro.
- Close the sandwich and enjoy your better-than-takeout creation!
Better-Than-Takeout Caramelized Mushroom and Zucchini Sandwich
Forget takeout - this homemade veggie sandwich is so incredibly delicious, you'll never order out again! This secret sandwich recipe features deeply caramelized mushrooms cooked until rich and meaty, golden pan-fried zucchini with Italian herbs, and a game-changing curried mayo that ties everything together with tangy, spicy perfection.
The technique of pressing the mushrooms releases their water and allows for serious caramelization, creating an umami-packed base that rivals any restaurant sandwich. Combined with crispy-edged zucchini and the unique curry mayo sauce, this gourmet sandwich delivers complex flavors that make it truly SCHMACKOFATZ (aka absolutely delicious)!
Ready in just 30 minutes, this better-than-takeout sandwich is perfect for lunch meal prep or weekend cooking. The vegan sandwich recipe proves that plant-based doesn't mean boring - it means flavor-packed, satisfying, and seriously impressive!
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