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    Balsamic Tofu

    July 19, 2021 by Sophie Leave a Comment

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    This Easy Marinated Balsamic Tofu is perfect for the Grill Season

    Marinated balsamic tofu in a plate with asparagus and salad

    I’m always on the hunt for quick weeknight dinners that can be prepared in advance.  The last thing you want to do at 5:26pm is decide what you’re making for dinner.  This Easy Marinated Balsamic Tofu recipe is prepared almost entirely in advance, taking the guesswork out of your meal planning.  Add a couple of easy side dishes, and you have an effortless, yet impressive meal.

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    Pair this dish with some marinated grilled asparagus and rice salad for an uncomplicated complete meal.  Your family will devour it in about the same time it took you to prepare it!

    The ingredients

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    Main ingredient: tofu

    There are two categories of tofu – silken or firm.  They are both made with fresh curdled soy milk, which is pressed into blocks.  The health benefits and nutrients, like extra calcium and protein, remain the same, and both neutral in taste making them versatile bases for flavor.  However silken and firm tofu are processed differently, and contain different amounts of water.

    Silken tofu is soft and falls apart easily, and is best used in sauces or desserts.  Firm tofu, also called regular or Chinese-style tofu, is the more common version and holds its shape much better when cooking.  It can be bought at different consistencies like medium, firm, or extra firm.  For this recipe I'm using firm or extra-firm.

    The preparation

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    An old pencil drawing of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza sitting on their horses, by Wilhelm Marstrand.

    Dry your tofu out as much as possible by pressing it firmly with a clean towel.  This will allow the marinade to penetrate the tofu without being watered down.  Add the marinade at least two hours in advance of dinner, or you can place it in the fridge overnight.  When you’re ready, put the tofu on the grill for 7-10 minutes per side.  The tofu will develop grill marks, and become crispy on the outside. 

    Cooked tofu  on a white plate with asparagus and salad

    FAQS

    What does tofu taste like?

    Tofu has a neutral flavor that easily adopts any seasonings you want to add.

    Can I make this recipe in the oven?

    Yes, place the tofu on a baking sheet and cook at 400˚F for 20 minutes

    Fork with a bite of grilled tofu

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    Balsamic Tofu

    This Easy Marinated Balsamic Tofu recipe is prepared almost entirely in advance, taking the guesswork out of your meal planning.  Add a couple of easy side dishes, and you have an effortless, yet impressive meal.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course main dish
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Servings 4
    Calories 230 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 block of extra firm tofu
    • 4 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
    • 2 shallots finely chopped
    • 2 teaspoon garlic minced
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Pat the tofu dry to remove as much water as possible.
    • Cut the Tofu into about ½ inch slices
    • Mix the rest of the ingredients to make the marinade
    • Coat the tofu well with the marinade and let marinate at least 2 hours or overnight.
    • Cook on the BBQ at medium high temperature for 7 to 10 minutes per side.

    Notes

    This tofu recipe is so easy to prepare and is perfect for an easy dinner because, since much of the work is done in advance.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 111mgPotassium: 241mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword BBQ, tofu, végan
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    Hi, I'm Sophie ! Passionate about cooking, I love to create and try new recipes with simple, healthy, and fresh ingredients. My mission is to produce dishes rich in colors that are good for the body and soul.

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