Gochujang Tofu Sandwich

For the marinade:

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
• 2 tablespoons Gochujang
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup

For the tofu:

• 14 ounces firm or extra firm tofu pressed for at least 15 minutes, then sliced into 1 1/2-2 inch squares or 1/2" cubes or any other size that you like

For the vegetables:

• 1/2 of a cucumber thinly sliced, you can peel it a little bit and then slice, as well.
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
• 1/2 cup julienned carrots

For marinating the veggies:

• remaining marinade from above
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar or rice vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons of water

For the sandwich:

• 4 ciabatta rolls or soft rolls
• lettuce chopped, as needed
• 1 ripe mango peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup or more chopped cilantro
• 1 Jalapeño thinly sliced, optional