Thai Lemongrass Tofu Skewers Recipe

Name: Thai Lemongrass Tofu Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces extra firm tofu, packed in water (don't use silken or tofu that comes in the aseptic packages); 1 stalk lemongrass, peeled and chopped; 1 shallot, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger; 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce; 1/3 cup fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 5 green onions, trimmed, each cut into four pieces; 20 snap peas; 16 boston lettuce leaves, cups; 1/2 cup loosely packed mint leaf; 1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves; 1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped

Servings: persons

16 ounces extra firm tofu, packed in water (don't use silken or tofu that comes in the aseptic packages)
1 stalk lemongrass, peeled and chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
5 green onions, trimmed, each cut into four pieces
20 snap peas
16 boston lettuce leaves, cups
1/2 cup loosely packed mint leaf
1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped

1
Drain tofu and place between two hard objects, such as cutting boards or plates. Angle to drip over the sink. Add a weight to the top, such as a glass or jar. Let sit one hour then cut into 16 cubes.
2
Puree lemongrass, shallot and ginger to a paste in a food processor. Whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, sesame oil, and 2 Tbsp water in a bowl. Transfer half of this sauce mixture to a bowl, as it will be the dipping sauce. Add lemongrass paste to the remaining soy mixture and stir to mix.
3
Toss together tofu, green onions, snap peas, and lemongrass mixture, and marinate for 30 minutes.
4
Oil grill grates and preheat grill to medium.
5
Thread 4 tofu cubes, 5 green onions, and 5 snap peas onto each of the 4 skewers.
6
Place on grill, close hood and cook 4 minutes, Turn, close the hood and cook 4 minutes more.
7
Transfer to a platter. Each person can then slide skewer contents into lettuce cups, add mint, basil, and peanuts to taste. Roll and dip into reserved dipping sauce.

684

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces extra firm tofu, packed in water (don't use silken or tofu that comes in the aseptic packages), 1 stalk lemongrass, peeled and chopped, 1 shallot, finely chopped, 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Thai Lemongrass Tofu Skewers 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!

Thai Lemongrass Tofu Skewers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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