Go Back
+ servings
Chipotle Grilled Tofu

Savor Smoky Chipotle Grilled Tofu for Your Next Meal!

Experience the bold flavors of Chipotle Grilled Tofu, a versatile and healthy dish perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Servings: 4 steaks
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 175

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1 block Extra-firm tofu Choose extra-firm to avoid mushiness
  • 1/4 cup Fresh squeezed lime juice Can substitute with lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Light brown sugar Coconut sugar is a good alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Any neutral oil can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Table salt Sea salt or kosher salt can also be used
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Ground coriander can be an interesting swap
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Ground ginger is a possible substitute
  • 1 pepper Chipotle in adobo pepper Can substitute with smoked paprika for a different twist

Equipment

  • Grill pan
  • Gas Grill
  • Blender

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Drain and Press Tofu: Place the extra-firm tofu between two layers of paper towels and set a heavy weight on top. Let it sit for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  2. Slice Tofu: Carefully cut the pressed tofu into 1/3-inch slabs and then slice each slab in half to create 8 tofu steaks.
  3. Prepare Marinade: In a blender, combine olive oil, fresh lime juice, chipotle pepper, light brown sugar, salt, cumin, minced garlic, and ginger. Blend until smooth.
  4. Marinate Tofu: Brush the tofu steaks with the marinade, saving 2 tablespoons for later. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, up to 60 minutes.
  5. Grill Tofu (Pan Method): Preheat a grill pan over high heat and lightly coat it with oil. Grill each tofu steak for 4-6 minutes on each side.
  6. Grill Tofu (Gas Grill): Preheat your gas grill and oil the grates. Grill the marinated tofu steaks for 4-6 minutes per side, brushing with reserved marinade.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 175kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 15gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Enjoy your Chipotle Grilled Tofu immediately after grilling for the best flavors!

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!