Grilled Tofu
Learn how to make perfectly grilled tofu with this easy recipe. Features a savory marinade with soy sauce, maple syrup, and smoked paprika for amazing flavor.
Equipment
- kitchen towel or paper towels
- plate
- heavy pan or cans
- small bowl
- whisk
- knife
- cutting board
- shallow dish or zip-top bag
- grill or grill pan
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
Marinade
- 3 tablespoons pure olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound extra-firm tofu drained
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess water. Wrap the block of tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, place it on a plate, and set a heavy pan or a few cans on top. Let it press for 20 minutes.
- While the tofu presses, make the marinade. In a small bowl, whisk together the pure olive oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper until well combined.
- Slice the pressed tofu into 1-inch thick slabs or 1-inch cubes. Place the tofu pieces in a shallow dish or a zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the tofu, ensuring all pieces are coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, turning the pieces once halfway through.
- Preheat your grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates with a paper towel dipped in a little pure olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the marinated tofu pieces directly on the hot grill. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until you see deep, dark grill marks and the surface is nicely caramelized.
- Transfer the grilled tofu to a clean plate. Let it rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to settle.
Notes
Let the tofu press for the full time to achieve the best texture.