KOREAN TOFU & LEEK BBQ

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This recipe is an easy to make, and easy to eat addition to the outdoor fun on National Picnic Week. Tofu is a good source of protein and comes in a range of textures, firm suitable for grilling and stir-fries, soft for desserts and sauces. Good news for all the women out there suffering with menopausal symptoms, hot flushes, for example, may be improved by incorporating tofu in the diet. Tofu contains phytoestrogens called isoflavones which have a similar structure to the female hormone oestrogen, which could slightly boost the oestrogen levels in women. Sesame seeds have numerous benefits, from heart, skin and hair health to reducing inflammation in the joints.

Provided by hello

Categories     Vegan

Time 8h15m

Yield 8 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 9

500 g firm tofu, cut into cubes
80 g leeks
10 g toasted sesame seeds
62 1/2 ml soy sauce (gluten-free optional)
62 1/2 ml sesame oil
100 g apples, cored and chopped into quarters
30 ml maple syrup
10 g toasted sesame seeds
25 g chili paste, Korean

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients for the marinade in a blender and puree until smooth.
  • Marinate tofu overnight.
  • Thread tofu and leek pieces alternately onto skewers.
  • Pre-heat grill pan to 220C/430°F Coat with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Grill for 2-3 minutes on all four sides.
  • Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.2, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 543.5, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 5.8, Protein 8.1

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