🌱 Vegan Tofu Skewers Recipe

🧾 Ingredients

• 400 g firm or extra-firm tofu (pressed, cubed)

• 1 bell pepper (chunks)

• 1 onion (chunks)

• 1 zucchini or mushrooms (optional)

Marinade

• 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar

• 1 tbsp maple syrup or sugar

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder (or fresh garlic)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp chili powder (optional)

• 1 tsp cornflour (helps crisp!)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Press tofu for 15–20 minutes to remove excess water.

2. Mix marinade in a bowl.

3. Marinate tofu for at least 30 minutes (1–2 hours = best).

4. Assemble skewers:
   Alternate tofu, peppers, onion, and veggies.

5. Cook (choose one):

🔥 Oven:

• Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 25–30 min, turning once.

🔥 Grill / BBQ:

• Grill 10–12 min, rotating, until charred.

🔥 Pan:

• Cook on medium heat, turning sides until golden.

✨ Serve With

• Vegan mint chutney 🌿

• Garlic vegan yogurt sauce

• Flatbread / naan

• Fresh salad or rice