Shish'd Tofu (Grilled Marinated Tofu - Vegan)

Name: Shish'd Tofu (Grilled Marinated Tofu - Vegan)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (350 g) packages firm tofu; 2 teaspoons curry powder (indian curry powder); 1 shallot; 1 lime, juice of; 2 tablespoons brown sugar (I use evap cane juice or organic sugar); 1 ½ tablespoons Braggs liquid aminos (or sub soy); 1 garlic clove; ½ teaspoon dried mint; 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil (or any light oil such as canola); fresh ground pepper; 1 teaspoon chili powder (to taste) (optional)

Servings: persons

2 (350 g) packages firm tofu
2 teaspoons curry powder (indian curry powder)
1 shallot
1 lime, juice of
2 tablespoons brown sugar (I use evap cane juice or organic sugar)
1 ½ tablespoons Braggs liquid aminos (or sub soy)
1 garlic clove
½ teaspoon dried mint
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil (or any light oil such as canola)
fresh ground pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder (to taste) (optional)

1
Drain the tofu and cut it into large cubes Press out some of the excess water by patting it dry or squeezing out by placing a plate on top of the tofu with something heavy on top.
2
I use a clean tea towel and lightly press down.
3
Mix everything else together in a mini blender or food processor.
4
Adjust seasoning to your taste.
5
Marinate the tofu in the mixture for at least a few hours, overnight is best.
6
If you're using bamboo skewers soak them for 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
7
Thread the tofu onto skewers.
8
Grill on medium heat, getting some nice grill marks on each side -- brushing with the excess 4marinade as you go.
9
3-4 minutes per side is usually enough.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (350 g) packages firm tofu, 2 teaspoons curry powder (indian curry powder), 1 shallot, 1 lime, juice of, and more.

Yes, Shish'd Tofu (Grilled Marinated Tofu - Vegan) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!