What kind of tofu should I grill?

Choose firm or extra-firm, non-silken tofu for grilling.

How long does it take for tofu to grill?

For perfectly grilled tofu, cook it low & slow, for about 15-25 minutes until golden brown.

How do you grill tofu without sticking?

In order to avoid sticking, make sure to oil the grilling racks very well.

Is tofu good for grilling?

Tofu is a great substitute for more traditional grilling proteins! For best results, cut firm tofu into 1/3-inch slices and grill on low heat until golden brown to slowly dry out the exterior skin.

Does tofu need to be marinated?

Tofu doesn't need to be marinated to taste good. With most tofu recipes, you can simply use the marinade as a sauce to get almost identical results to marinated tofu.

Grilled Tofu with Chimichurri Recipe

Description

This easy grilled tofu with chimichurri recipe with only 5 main ingredients is perfect for weeknight dinners and cookouts alike! You will use the techniques from this post for as long as you grill tofu.

Ingredients

Scale

1 block (14 oz / 396g) firm or extra-firm tofu (not silken), 1/3-inch thick slices
1/4 cup (17g) flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons (8g) cilantro, finely chopped
2 cloves (8g) of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon (15g) lemon juice (or sub with red wine vinegar)
1/3 cup (43g) extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (or sub with 1 teaspoon of fresh oregano)
1/2 teaspoon (3g) table salt
pinch of black pepper
optional: 1-2 teaspoons chile pepper flakes (Aleppo works great)

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Instructions

Mix all marinade ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and adjust seasonings if necessary.
You may press and/or freeze & thaw the tofu to make it even firmer. Cut the tofu block into your preferred shape. Gently press a clean dish towel or paper towel onto the slices to dry them further, if needed.
Layer the marinade and tofu slices in an airtight container and gently shake to cover all pieces. Let tofu marinate for at least an hour for the best flavor.
Grill tofu on medium-low heat until golden brown, about 15-25 minutes.
Serve with pilaf or make it into a pita sandwich and make sure to use the leftover marinade as a sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

Marinade - You can easily make this a weeknight dish by skipping the marinating process altogether! To cut down on time, simply use the chimichurri as a sauce on cooked tofu.

Broiler - If cooking indoors under a broiler, place the pieces of tofu on a well-oiled wire cooling rack. Place the cooling rack into a rimmed baking pan lined with aluminum foil and broil until golden brown.

Pan-Fry - If you want to try this recipe but don't want to bother with grilling or broiling, you may simply pan-fry the tofu on medium-low heat. I usually to use a non-stick frying pan for this.

Make-Ahead - You may prepare the tofu in the marinade and save it in an airtight container in the fridge one day ahead.

Scale - This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for large gatherings.

Save - Chimichurri is best when consumed within 24 hours, but you can keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 48 hours.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Mains
Method: Grill