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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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