The BEST Reuben Sandwich (tofu or jackfruit)

                               

Ingredients

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• 1 14-oz. package firm tofu, cut crosswise into 8 slices OR  a can of green jackfruit, shredded
• 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. vegan mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 3 tablespoons chopped sweet pickles, such as gherkins
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 heaping teaspoon of SPICY steak seasoning (McCormick’s Grill) OR  1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper and 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 8 ounces sauerkraut, drained, rinsed and squeezed dry (about 2 cups)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 8 slices pumpernickel or rye break
• Serve with Sour Pickles and Potatoes!

Directions

• Step 1

  Arrange tofu in a single layer on a plate between several layers of paper towels. Top with a heavy skillet; let stand for 5 minutes. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup and chopped pickles; cover. In a separate bowl, mix coriander, steak seasoning (or salt/pepper), garlic powder, salt and sugar. Discard towels around tofu. Brush tofu with Worcestershire; sprinkle all over with spice mixture. (If you are using jackfruit just shred and then add the Worcestershire and spice mixture and mix well)

• Step 2

  Warm oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook tofu, turning once, until browned, 6 to 8 minutes. (IF using Jackfruit just  press and brown it in the pan flip once to heat through) Transfer tofu or jackfruit to a plate. Add sauerkraut to skillet; sauté until heated through, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, cover and keep warm. Wipe out skillet.

• Step 3

  Spread butter on 1 side of each bread slice; set it buttered-side down on a work surface. Spread 1 Tbsp. mayonnaise mixture on 4 slices; top with tofu and mound sauerkraut on top; drizzle with remaining mayonnaise mixture. Close sandwiches. Warm 2 skillets over medium heat. Cook sandwiches, turning once, until bread is crisp and cheese has melted, about 5 minutes. Cut in half and serve right away.