Vegan Vietnamese-Inspired Banh Mi Burger

Ingredients

• For the Marinated Tofu:

• 1 (14-ounce) block extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
• 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce or tamari
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon agave syrup or maple syrup
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference)

• For the Pickled Vegetables:

• 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
• 1 cup thinly sliced carrot
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced radish
• 1/2 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup agave syrup or maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• For the Sriracha Mayo:

• 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 1 -2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (adjust to your spice preference)

• For Serving:

• 1 Gluten-free burger buns
• 1 Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 Sliced jalapeños (optional, for extra heat)