Spicy Chipotle Lime Grilled Tofu
This recipe offers a delicious twist on grilled tofu, featuring a smoky chipotle and zesty lime marinade. The tofu is pressed, marinated, and then grilled until crisp with perfect sear marks. It's an adaptable dish ideal for summer meals or a speedy weeknight option. Serve it with your favourite sides for a complete meal. The total preparation and cooking time is 50 minutes, which includes pressing the tofu.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package extra firm tofu
- 0.5 (1 1/4 ounce) package chipotle-flavored marinade (Use McCormick's Grill Mates)
- 1 lime, juice of, to be divided
- 4 dashes hot sauce (I used Franks, use what you like. adjust to your liking)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 -2 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Method
- Cut the tofu into four or five slices. Wrap the slices in paper towel and press them for 20-30 minutes on a cookie sheet, using heavy cans as a weight.
- After pressing, combine half the packet of marinade mix with the garlic powder, hot sauce, olive oil, water, and half the lime juice in a small bowl. Add a little more water if the mixture appears too thick. You can adjust the amounts of garlic and hot sauce according to your preference.
- Transfer the tofu to a shallow dish or plate and pour the marinade over it, turning the slices to ensure they are fully coated. Allow it to marinate for 10 minutes.
- Cook the tofu on a preheated grill pan or outdoor grill until distinct searing marks form on both sides and the exterior turns crispy. This should take about 10 minutes.
- Squeeze the juice from the remaining lime wedges over the freshly grilled tofu for an added burst of citrus flavour.
Nutrition (per serving)
Sodium31900 mg
Recipe details
CategorySoy/Tofu
AuthorveggieFriendly