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2 hoagie rolls with chopped lettuce and arugula topped with mushroom strips in a brown orange juicy sauce
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Juicy Vegan Chicken Sandwich

This vegan chicken sandwich features a delicious combination of vegan chicken strips made with marinated oyster mushrooms, tikka masala sauce, and fresh greens. It is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Dairy-free, Egg-free, Gluten-free, Nut-free, Soy-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword vegan chicken sandwich
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Baking time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 sandwiches
Calories 39kcal
Author Nandi Barta

Equipment

  • Non-stick frying pan (10.5 inch / 26 cm)
  • Non-stick baking sheet
  • Regular parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 14 oz Oyster mushrooms
  • 4 Tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp Tikka masala
  • ½ tsp Ground cumin seeds
  • ½ tsp Turmeric
  • ¼ tsp Cayenne pepper
  • ½ tsp Salt

Other

  • 2 servings Vegan Tikka Masala
  • 4 leaves Lettuce
  • 4 Sandwich bun

Instructions

  • Cut the end of their stem and tear them into small shreds with your hands.
  • Take a small bowl and mix the ingredients for the marinade: tikka masala spice blend, cumin, turmeric, salt, cayenne pepper, and vegetable oil (we prefer to use sunflower oil).
  • Take a large mixing bowl and add shredded mushrooms and marinade. Mix them gently but well. Make sure the marinade coats every piece evenly.
  • Place parchment paper on a sheet pan and spread the marinated vegan chicken strips in one layer.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 Fahrenheit (ca. 204 °C) and bake them for approx. 20-30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the pieces.
  • Prepare our vegan tikka masala sauce and add roasted oyster mushrooms while it is still hot.
  • Cut a sub bun in half to make a sandwich.
  • Add chopped lettuce leaves, arugula, or any salad greens you like.
  • Scoop a generous layer of mushroom strips in tikka masala sauce on top. Enjoy!

Video

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