Vegan Shiitake BLT Sandwich

Enjoy this tasty and filling vegan BLT sandwich made with savory bacon made from shiitake mushrooms. Its a tasty plant-based take on the traditional BLT thats great for lunch or a quick dinner.

Ingredients:

• 8 large shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices whole grain bread
• 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
• 1 cup lettuce leaves
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

Before you start cooking, heat the oven to 375F 190C

Salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and maple syrup should all be mixed together in a bowl

Toss the shiitake mushroom slices in the bowl until they are covered all over

The mushroom slices should be put on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper

After the oven is hot, put the mushrooms in it and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping them over halfway through

Toast the pieces of bread until they turn golden brown

Vegan mayonnaise should be spread on one side of each piece of bread

On two of the bread slices, arrange tomato slices, lettuce leaves, and shiitake mushroom bacon

Add salt to your liking

Add the last few slices of bread on top to make a sandwich

Serve the sandwiches right away after cutting them in half