Tangy tofu sandwich! (really.)

Don’t make that face.  Yeah, that one. Tofu is delicious when it’s done well.

Who says a meatless sandwich has to lack protein? And who says it has to be cold?

This one can be prepared quickly, and the tofu is tangy and crispy – a rare vegetarian option.

What you need:

• olive oil
• lemon
• extra firm tofu
• herbs (I like thyme and oregano, but feel free to mix it up.)
• mayo (I use light)
• bread (I use whole wheat)
• goat cheese
• fresh tomato
• salt and pepper

Step 1: thinly slice about 1/4 block of EXTRA FIRM tofu. Fry slices on medium-high in a  little olive oil and juice from half of a fresh lemon. Add your herbs of choice, salt and pepper. Turn occasionally until tofu is browned and crisp around the edges.

Step 2: Pop two slices of bread into the toaster, and whip up some herbed mayo. I mix 2-3 Tbsp mayo with a squeeze of fresh lemon and some thyme/oregano, but feel free to use rosemary or something else savoury. Store any leftover mayo in the fridge for your next sandwich.

Step 3: Spread 1-2 Tbsp goat cheese on one slice of toast. Top it with tofu still hot from the pan so it softens the cheese. Top with slices of fresh tomato and herbed mayo. Bonus points for a pickle on the side.

Enjoy!

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