Vegetarian BLT with Roasted Shiitake Mushrooms

Name: Vegetarian BLT with Roasted Shiitake Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 pound shiitake mushrooms, stems removed; 3 tablespoons tamari or reduced-sodium soy sauce; 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 thick tomato slices, such as beefsteak or heirloom; 0.5 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 8 slices sourdough bread; Arugula, for serving

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By

Lauryn Tyrell

Updated on April 21, 2022

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

4

Whether you're a full-time vegetarian or just looking to incorporate more meatless Mondays to your routine, mushrooms are a great stand-in for meat like bacon. Here, the oven coaxes out their deep umami qualities and firms their texture up just enough to become a satisfying sandwich filler. Sprinkling the tomato slices with a touch of salt enhances their flavor and juiciness (especially if they are out of season); let them sit for a few minutes before adding them to the sandwich.

Ingredients

1 pound shiitake mushrooms, stems removed
3 tablespoons tamari or reduced-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 thick tomato slices, such as beefsteak or heirloom
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sesame oil
8 slices sourdough bread
Arugula, for serving

Directions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss mushrooms with tamari and olive oil; season lightly with salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer, gill-sides up, on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment. Roast, undisturbed, until tender and beginning to crisp, 30 to 35 minutes.
Meanwhile, season tomato slices lightly with salt and pepper; set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, and sesame oil. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Toast bread, smear with mayonnaise mixture, and layer with tomatoes, mushrooms, and arugula. Serve.

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