BBQ Tofu
This recipe features marinated tofu cooked to perfection with a smoky, tangy BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) block extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes or slices.
- In a shallow dish or bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Add the tofu to the marinade and toss gently to coat. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to several hours in the refrigerator.
- If grilling, preheat the grill to medium heat. If baking, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- If grilling, thread the tofu onto skewers or place directly on the grill grates. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the tofu is heated through, basting with the remaining marinade occasionally.
- If baking, spread the tofu in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tofu is golden brown and slightly crispy.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu helps remove excess water and allows it to absorb more of the marinade's flavor.
- You can adjust the amount of spices in the marinade to suit your taste.
- If you don't have skewers, you can bake or pan-fry the tofu instead of grilling.