Sub-sandwich “Tofu-Parmesan”
Votes: 2
Time: 35 min.
Complexity: easily
Servings: 4
Complexity: easily
Servings: 4
Nutritional value per serving:
Calories 491, total fat 22 G., saturated fats 5 G., proteins 24 G., carbohydrates 50 G., fiber 7 G., cholesterol 60 mg, sodium 1202 mg, sugar 0 G.
Calories 491, total fat 22 G., saturated fats 5 G., proteins 24 G., carbohydrates 50 G., fiber 7 G., cholesterol 60 mg, sodium 1202 mg, sugar 0 G.
This recipe is perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking to improve their diet without sacrificing flavor. Instead of a meat patty, add a slice of tofu, fried in a crispy Parmesan breading, to your sandwich, and you'll be pleasantly surprised by its texture and flavor. Spread tomato sauce on the bread along with the tofu, add mozzarella, and toast in the oven until the topping melts. Top the sandwich with juicy spinach and enjoy a filling and healthy Italian-style snack.
The recipes use measuring containers with the following volumes:
1 glass (st.) - 250 ml.
3/4 cup (st.) - 180 ml.
2/3 cup (st.) - 160 ml.
1/2 cup (st.) - 125 ml.
1/3 cup (st.) - 80 ml.
1/4 cup (st.) - 60 ml.
1 tablespoon (tbsp) - 15 ml.
1 teaspoon (tsp) - 5 ml.
1/5 teaspoon (tsp) - 1 ml.
1 glass (st.) - 250 ml.
3/4 cup (st.) - 180 ml.
2/3 cup (st.) - 160 ml.
1/2 cup (st.) - 125 ml.
1/3 cup (st.) - 80 ml.
1/4 cup (st.) - 60 ml.
1 tablespoon (tbsp) - 15 ml.
1 teaspoon (tsp) - 5 ml.
1/5 teaspoon (tsp) - 1 ml.
Ingredients for the recipe:
- 1 can (400 g) of canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 8 fresh basil leaves, torn
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
- 1/3 tbsp. grated parmesan
- 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 large egg
- 1 package (340 g) firm tofu, patted dry and cut into 8 slices
- 2.5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil + extra for drizzling
- 1 loaf whole grain Italian bread, cut into 4 pieces and halved horizontally
- 1/4 cup semi-skim mozzarella, grated
- 220 g baby spinach (about 8 cups)
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Cooking the dish according to the recipe:
- Preheat the oven to broil. Combine the tomatoes, garlic, basil, and 1 cup of water in a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 15 minutes.
- Mix on a plate breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, season with salt and pepper. Beat the egg in a shallow bowl. Dip the tofu in the egg, then roll in the breadcrumbs to coat on all sides.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook until crisp, 3-4 minutes per side. Place the bread cut-side up on a baking sheet; spread the bottom halves with sauce, then top with the tofu, more sauce, mozzarella, and remaining Parmesan. Broil in the oven until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted, about 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 0.5 tablespoons of olive oil in an empty skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 1 minute. Arrange the spinach on top of the cheese and top with the bread.
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