Savory Grilled Chimichurri Tofu

Name: Savory Grilled Chimichurri Tofu
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 15 oz block of super or extra firm tofu, drained and pressed; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves of garlic, grated or minced; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce; ¾ tsp sea salt; ½ tsp black pepper; 1 heaping cup fresh cilantro; ⅓ cup flat leaf Italian parsley, optional or sub. for more cilantro; ¼ cup good quality extra virgin olive oil; 1-2 tbsp red wine vinegar, adjust to taste; 2 cloves of garlic, chopped rough; ½ tsp red pepper flakes; ½ - ¾ tsp sea salt, adjust to taste; ¼ tsp black pepper; Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2-3 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce

by Thank You Berry Much

4 Servings

20 min

If you’re a tofu lover then you’ll love these grilled marinated tofu steaks with a simple cilantro chimichurri sauce. These grilled tofu steaks have so much flavor thanks to the savory marinade and the herby, tangy, and slightly spicy cilantro chimichurri. This recipe is fresh, filling yet light, making it the perfect dinner for a hot summer evening.

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grilled marinated tofu steaks with cilantro chimichurri

Why you’ll love this marinated grilled tofu with chimichurri

light yet savory tofu steak: the tofu is marinated without soy sauce (although you could add some if you’d like) making the grilled tofu light enough for hot & humid summer days
packed with flavor: the marinated tofu is salty, savory, and slightly sweet and the chimichurri is tangy, herby, with a touch of spice
easy and simple recipe: no outdoor grill is required for these marinated tofu steaks and most of the prep time is passive

serving the tofu steaks

How to Serve the Tofu Steaks

To serve the grilled chimichurri tofu, plate it and spoon 1-2 tbsp of the cilantro chimichurri on top.

I love serving this dish alongside some crispy, baked, garlic potatoes.

You could also serve the tofu with this Mango Habanero Salsa or along with a side salad.

Storage

Store the leftover tofu in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

You can store the chimichurri in the same container or separately.

To reheat the tofu, you can grill each side for 2-3 minutes again, or you can fry them in a normal skillet.

Substitutions and Add ins:

Soy Sauce: for a more savory flavor, add 1-2 tbsp of soy sauce to the tofu marinade
Sesame Oil: sub olive oil for sesame oil in the tofu marinade for a more Asian-inspired flavor
Brown Sugar: feel free to use brown sugar instead of the maple syrup in the marinade
Garlic Cloves: if you don’t have fresh garlic, you can sub in 1 tsp of garlic powder

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Savory Grilled Chimichurri Tofu

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Yield 4 Servings
Time spent: Prep time: 5 Minutes Cook time: 15 Minutes Total time: 20 min

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Ingredients

Tofu & Marinade:

1 15 oz block of super or extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves of garlic, grated or minced
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce
¾ tsp sea salt
½ tsp black pepper

Simple Cilantro Chimichurri:

1 heaping cup fresh cilantro
⅓ cup flat leaf Italian parsley, optional or sub. for more cilantro
¼ cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
1-2 tbsp red wine vinegar, adjust to taste
2 cloves of garlic, chopped rough
½ tsp red pepper flakes
½ - ¾ tsp sea salt, adjust to taste
¼ tsp black pepper

To Grill:

Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2-3 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

Drain and press the tofu to remove as much excess water as possible. You can gently press the block of tofu with a tofu press or with paper towels (or clean kitchen towels) to remove the excess moisture.
Cut the tofu lengthwise into rectangular pieces that are at least 1/2 an inch thick. You should be able to get 5-6 slices out of one block of tofu. You don't want thin slices for this recipe since they will break easily when grilled.
Mix the marinade ingredients together in a small bowl. Place the tofu pieces in a single layer in a baking dish and pour the marinade on top of the tofu. Let the tofu marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1 hour. Like most tofu recipes, the longer the tofu marinates, the more flavor the dish will have.
While the tofu marinates, make the cilantro chimichurri. Add the chimichurri ingredients to a food processor and blend until the ingredients are combined. The sauce should be relatively chunky, but uniform.
Optional: Preheat the oven to 425F (220C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the tofu on the sheet in a single layer. Bake the tofu for 25-30 minutes (no need to flip halfway through). This helps firm up the tofu so it's easier to grill. This step is optional, but recommended.
When the tofu is done baking, heat the grill or grill pan on medium heat.
Brush each side of the tofu with 1-2 tbsp of vegan Worcestershire.
Brush the grill with olive oil. Place the tofu slabs on the grill and grill each side for 2-3 minutes until charred. If you don't have a grill, follow the same steps but place the tofu on a hot skillet. If you'd like a darker grill or char, heat the grill/pan to medium-high heat.
To Serve: spoon the chimichurri on top and serve alongside crispy garlic potatoes or a side salad.

Tips

Marinate the tofu slices for at least 30 minutes: the longer the better to get a great flavor
Press the tofu: remove any extra water and moisture for the best firm, meat-like texture
Bake the tofu prior to grilling: this is the best way to help firm up the tofu so it's easier to grill and so it's less likely to break apart when flipping

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