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Skewers of tofu and vegetables with a bowl of dipping sauce.

Spicy Grilled Tofu Skewers Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Tracy Halasz

Ingredients

  • 1 block organic tofu, extra firm*
  • 2-3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • small bunch parsley, chopped
  • 1 chili pepper, diced fine
  • ¼-1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce
  • ½ lime or lemon, juice
  • 1 tbsp gochujang paste
  • 1 tsp hot pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • 8 mushrooms, whole
  • 4-8 tomatoes, cocktail
  • 4 pieces onion, cut into chunks
  • 8 pieces bell peppers, cut into chunks

Instructions

  • Press tofu block between layers of paper towels.  Place a couple heavy cookbooks on top while you prepare other ingredients.
  • Soak bamboo skewers if using.
  • Heat 2-3 tbsp olive oil on medium-high heat in a small skillet, add garlic and let cook for a minute. Add chopped parsley and diced chili pepper (to taste).
  • Cook for 1 or 2 minutes, remove from heat and set aside.
  • Add tamari (add ¼ cup first and then more to taste), lime juice, gochujang paste, hot pepper flakes, and sesame seeds to garlic mixture. Stir to incorporate.
  • Cut pressed tofu into cubes, place in marinade. Stir periodically.
  • Wash, pat dry, and prepare vegetables as noted above.
  • Preheat and oil the grill.
  • Thread tofu and vegetables onto skewers.
  • Place skewers on the hot grill, brush with marinade periodically while cooking and turning.
  • When the tofu and vegetables are golden and lightly charred (approximately 15 minutes), remove from heat.
  • Serve with a green salad, on brown rice or in a pita. 
  • Drizzle with your favourite vegan sauce - I love Earth Island (Follow Your Heart) Bleu Cheese, Ranch or Miso Ginger.