Grilled miso tofu

Serves: 4
Prep: 10
Cook: 20

The caramelised miso and maple marinade takes these tofu skewers to a new level of deliciousness. It provides a good source of protein which can support muscle health. This versatile recipe will quickly become a go-to dish.

Ingredients

  • 400g firm tofu
  • 1 tbsp miso paste
  • 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp reduced salt soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cooked whole grains (such as brown rice or quinoa)
  • 3 cups greens (such as kale or spinach)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Optional garnish:

  • Sesame seeds, sliced green onions

Method

  1. Step 1

    Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat.

  2. Step 2

    Drain the tofu and pat it dry with paper towels. Slice the tofu into 1.25cm thick slices.

  3. Step 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, maple syrup, soy sauce, ginger and half the minced garlic until well combined.

  4. Step 4

    Brush both sides of the tofu slices with the miso mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.

  5. Step 5

    Place the tofu slices on the preheated grill and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until nicely grilled and caramelised. Remove from the grill and set aside.

  6. Step 6

    While the tofu is grilling, heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the remaining garlic and fry for 1 minute then add the greens and sauté for 3-4 minutes until wilted and tender. Remove from heat.

  7. Step 7

    To serve, divide the cooked whole grains among four plates. Top each plate with a portion of grilled miso tofu and sautéed greens. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired

Tips

  • Batch cooking: You can double the recipe and freeze the extra grilled miso tofu slices for future use. Thaw before reheating.
  • Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce to make the recipe gluten-free.
  • If you don’t have a grill or grill pan, you can bake the tofu in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

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