Portobello Mushroom Banh Mi Sub

Prep Time:

30 minutes

Cook Time:

1 hour

Serves:

2 servings

About the Recipe

A bold, plant-forward take on a classic favorite! This banh mi–inspired sub features savory roasted portobello mushrooms layered with crisp cucumber, fresh cilantro, and a kick of jalapeño. Tangy pickled carrot and daikon add the perfect crunch, all brought together with a drizzle of creamy sriracha mayonnaise on a soft hoagie roll. Fresh, flavorful, and satisfying from first bite to last.

Ingredients

For the Plant-based Sriracha Mayo:

2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
¾ tsp. sriracha sauce

For the Pickled Carrot and Daikon:

2 ½ tsp. white vinegar
1 tsp. sugar
¼ cup daikon radish, peeled and julienned
¼ cup carrot, shredded

For the Roasted Portobello Mushrooms:

2 ¾ cups fresh portobello mushrooms, cleaned with stems removed
¼ tsp. vegetable oil
⅛ tsp. salt

For the Portobello Mushroom Banh Sub:

2 Tbsp. plant-based sriracha mayonnaise
2 white hoagie rolls
4 Tbsp. cucumber, sliced
2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeno, sliced
⅔ cup roasted portobello mushroom
2 Tbsp. pickled carrot and daikon

Preparation

For the Plant-based Sriracha Mayo

Step 1

Combine all ingredients and whisk until well blended.

Step 2

Cover and keep chilled until you're ready to build your bahn mi.

For the Pickled Carrot and Daikon

Step 1

Combine the vinegar and sugar in a bowl and whisk until fully blended.

Step 2

Add in the prepared daikon and carrot, tossing to coat evenly.

Step 3

Cover and keep chilled, letting stand for a minimum of 2 hours up to overnight. Keep chilled until you're ready to build your bahn mi.

For the Roasted Portobello Mushrooms

Step 1

Preheat oven to 300 F.

Step 2

Evenly coat your cleaned portobello in the salt and oil by tossing them in a bowl.

Step 3

Place the portobello in a single layer on a sheet pan.

Step 4

Bake on one side for 20 minutes, flip portobello over, and bake again for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.

Step 5

Remove the portobello and allow them to cool. Once cooled, cut into ¼ strips.

Step 6

Cover and keep chilled until you're ready to build your bahn mi.

For the Portobello Mushroom Banh Sub

To serve:

Spread 1 Tbsp. sriracha mayonnaise on each side of 1 roll
Spread the following on the bottom half of the roll:
1. 4 slices of cucumber
2. 1 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
3. 4 slices of jalapeno
4. ⅓ cup roasted portobello mushroom
5. 1 Tbsp. pickled carrot daikon
Close the sandwich and dig into your Portobello Mushroom Banh Mi!