Best Spicy Grilled Tofu Recipes

Spicy Grilled Tofu image

Provided by Annisette

Categories Soy/Tofu

Time 4h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb extra firm tofu, drained and cut lengthwise into 8 slices
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup low-sodium tamari or 1/4 cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons chili paste with garlic
3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

Place the tofu slices on several layers of paper towels and cover with additional paper towels. Let stand 20 minutes, pressing down occasionally with your hands to squeeze out the water.
Place the tofu in a single layer in the bottom of a 13x9 glass baking dish.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, maple syrup, tamari, chile paste, garlic, and pepper.
Pour mixture over the tofu, stirring to coat all the slices.
Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
When the tofu is marinated and ready to cook: Spray grill rack or pan with nonstick cooking spray. Heat grill or grill pan to medium heat.
Place tofu slices on the grill. Reserve the marinade.
Grill tofu 3 or 4 minutes on each side, or until the outside is browned and crisp.
Return tofu to the baking dish and toss the slices with the reserved marinade.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.1, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 19.4, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 25, Protein 9.6

Grilled Spicy Asian Tofu image

Provided by ChandraSoleil

Categories Soy/Tofu

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs tofu, Extra Firm
3 garlic cloves
1 gingerroot, piece 1-2-inch
1/4 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon fish sauce (vegetarians omit)
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce

Steps:

Place the Garlic Cloves and Ginger in the bowl of a small food processor or dice and place in a blender. Process until chopped fine and add the Cilantro. Process until chopped fine. Add the Sesame Oil, Soy Sauce, Fish Sauce (if desired) and the Sriracha Sauce (you can substitute another hot sauce or chopped hot peppers, red pepper flakes etc -- ).
Cut Tofu cubes into slices and press out the water. Place tofu in marinade for 1 - 12 hours.
Place tofu on a clean oiled grill over lower heat [ baste grilled surfaces with teriyaki sauce until browned. Serve with steamed rice or udon noodles and Asian Grilled Vegetables.

Spicy Chipotle Lime Grilled Tofu image

Provided by veggieFriendly

Categories Soy/Tofu

Time 50m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

Slice tofu into 4-5 slices. Wrap the tofu in paper towl and press for 20-30 minutes under some heavy cans on a cookie sheet.
When tofu is done pressing, mix 1/2 the packet of marinade mix, garlic powder, hot sauce, oil, water, and 1/2 the lime juice in a small bowl. Add more water if it seems too thick. The garlic and hot sauce can be adjusted to your liking.
Place tofu in shallow pan or plate and cover with the marinade, turning to coat. Let marinade for 10 minutes.
Grill on a grill pan or outdoor grill on medium-high heat until searing marks are on both sides, and outside becomes crispy. About 10 minutes.
Using a wedge or two of the remaining lime, sprinkle the juice over the cooked tofu for extra zing.