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Recipe by James John Deren

Grilled Tofu

From trial and error, this always comes out great.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Servings 2 servings
Category Main Dish

Ingredients

  • 15 oz Extra Firm Tofu (water-packed, not in an aseptic box)
  • ¼ C Low Sodium Tamari or Soy Sauce
  • 1 t Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 2 t Finely Minced Ginger
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
  • Olive Oil

Instructions

  1. 1 Slice The Tofu In Half, Lengthwise: Slice the Tofu in half, lengthwise, to create 2 long, flat pieces.
  2. 2 Put The Tofu Between Folded Tea: Put the Tofu between folded tea towels and place a weight on top, such as a heavy cutting board or pan. Let rest 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Whisk The Other Ingredients Together: Whisk the other ingredients together.
  4. 4 Place The Tofu In A Shallow: Place the Tofu in a shallow container and cover evenly with the marinade.
  5. 5 Let Set At Least 5 Minutes: Let set at least 5 minutes, turning at least once.
  6. 6 Generously Oil The Grill: Generously oil the grill.
  7. 7 Lightly Oil Each Tofu Piece: Lightly oil each Tofu piece.
  8. 8 Grill On Medium-High Heat, About 10: Grill on medium-high heat, about 10 minutes on each side, until the tofu is nicely browned. Turn 90 degrees every 5 minutes to make nice grill patterns.
  9. 9 If The Tofu Is Sticking To: If the Tofu is sticking to the grill, use more oil.

Pro Tips & Delicious Variations

  • Serve with a Lemon-Tahini Dressing over a bed of greens, or as a main dish with a side of Black Bean Salsa.
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