Peruvian Sandwiches with Crispy Oyster Mushrooms & Aji Verde

These delectable sandwiches are like the wild cousin of a classic Peruvian roasted chicken dish. Instead of chicken, we have tender oyster mushrooms soaked in a traditional blend of herbs and spices, and pan-seared until they’re irresistibly crispy. Imagine a crusty ciabatta roll, generously stacked with sizzling mushrooms, creamy avocado, tangy red onion, and a sprinkle of microgreens. And let’s not forget the star of the show – the green sauce that’s so delicious and addictive, it should come with a warning label. Trust us, these sandwiches will have you floating on a cloud of culinary bliss!

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Peruvian Aji Verde (AKA Pio Pio Sauce)

We used to go to a Peruvian restaurant in NYC called Pio Pio, that had the most incredible green sauce! It was worth going there just for the sauce, so I had to make a vegan version. You are going to want to pour this spicy, garlicky, herby and creamy aji verde on everything – burritos, tacos, Buddha bowls, pasta, empanadas, scrambles, rice, sandwiches, samosas…you might even want to just eat it with a spoon.

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