Description
Enjoy the delightful Grilled Tofu Skewers (Vegan) featuring tender tofu marinated in savory sauces and grilled to perfection. This recipe is simple to make and ideal for a healthy meal or quick dinner. Perfect for plant-based lovers looking for a tasty treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 ounce) block extra firm tofu, pat dry and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar or white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, optional for garnish
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce or sweet soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cubed tofu with soy sauce, sesame oil, and vinegar. Stir well to coat the tofu evenly in the marinade.
- Thread the marinated tofu onto bamboo skewers, leaving a little space between each cube. Add 4-5 cubes to each skewer.
- Lightly brush the grill pan or large skillet with oil. Preheat the pan over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until the oil starts to shimmer. Place the skewers in the pan, ensuring they’re evenly spaced. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Occasionally brush with the leftover soy sauce marinade on each side to enhance the flavor.
- Make the peanut dipping sauce by whisking together hoisin sauce, peanut butter, water, sesame oil, and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
- Once grilled, sprinkle the tofu skewers with sesame seeds and serve immediately with the peanut dipping sauce.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the tofu for longer if time allows.
Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the skewers for a colorful variation.
Adjust the level of peanut butter in the sauce to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg