Description
Enjoy the smoky and spicy flavors of this Chipotle Grilled Tofu recipe. Perfect for a vegan-friendly barbecue or a flavorful addition to your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu:
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from a can of chipotle peppers)
- 1 chipotle pepper (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped cilantro and lime wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Press and Prepare Tofu: Press tofu, then cut into slices or cubes.
- Make Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, adobo sauce, chipotle pepper, lime juice, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Tofu: Coat tofu in marinade and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Grill Tofu: Grill tofu for 3–4 minutes per side until crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- This tofu pairs well with rice bowls, tacos, or grilled vegetables.
- For extra flavor, reserve some marinade to brush on while grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 block
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
