Tandoori Tofu Brochettes Recipe

Name: Tandoori Tofu Brochettes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound tofu extra firm, drained; 3 each scallions, spring or green onions; 1 tablespoon ginger fresh, minced; 3 each garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce, tamari; 1 pinch saffron threads dissolved in 1/2 cup boiling water; 1/2 cup soy yogurt; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon garam masala optional; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste; 4 small red onion unpeeled; 1/4 pound mushrooms, button; 1 pint cherry tomatoes; 1 each green bell peppers seeded and slice; 1 x cilantro for garnish; 1 wedges lemon for garnish

Servings: persons

1 pound tofu extra firm, drained
3 each scallions, spring or green onions
1 tablespoon ginger fresh, minced
3 each garlic cloves
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce, tamari
1 pinch saffron threads dissolved in 1/2 cup boiling water
1/2 cup soy yogurt
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon garam masala optional
1 x salt and black pepper to taste
4 small red onion unpeeled
1/4 pound mushrooms, button
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 each green bell peppers seeded and slice
1 x cilantro for garnish
1 wedges lemon for garnish

1
Gently press tofu to remove exces moisture.
2
Slice into large pieces and then cut each chunk crosswise.
3
Set aside.
4
Place green onions and ginger in a food processor and process briefly.
5
With the machine running, drop in garlic cloves, one at a time.
6
Process 30 seconds.
7
Add remaining ingredients.
8
Process 1 minute.
9
BROCHETTES: Place onions, mushroom, tofu and marinade in a glass dish and seal.
10
Refrigerate overnight.
11
Prepare grill next day.
12
Quarter onions and remove papery outer skins.
13
Skewer vegetables and tofu alternately.
14
Place on hot grill and brush with remaining marinade.
15
Cover grill tightly and allow to smoke for 5 minutes.
16
Don't peek.
17
Trun once and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes.
18
Garnish with cilantro and lemon wedges.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound tofu extra firm, drained, 3 each scallions, spring or green onions, 1 tablespoon ginger fresh, minced, 3 each garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Tandoori Tofu Brochettes 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!

Tandoori Tofu Brochettes

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