No outdoor grill? No problem! You can make these bbq tofu skewers on an indoor grill, or even using a skillet grill. They are so simple yet so flavourful, and the perfect thing to enjoy for a backyard bbq!
BBQ Tofu Skewers
Lisa Rinaldi
8
20 minutes
Why You'll Love These BBQ Tofu Skewers
These grilled tofu skewers are colorful, flavorful, and easy to make. The combination of hearty tofu, tender zucchini, sweet bell peppers, and red onion creates a satisfying plant-based meal with plenty of smoky, savory flavor.
This recipe is also:
Easy to make indoors or outdoors
A flavorful plant-based option
Packed with fresh vegetables
Vegan-friendly
Easy to customize
The Secret to Perfect BBQ Tofu
The key to great tofu skewers starts with extra-firm tofu. Its sturdy texture helps it hold its shape on the skewers while cooking.
For the best results, press the tofu before using it to remove excess moisture. This creates a firmer texture and helps it soak up even more of the delicious BBQ flavor.
Cut the tofu and vegetables into evenly sized pieces so they cook consistently, then brush with BBQ sauce as they grill for flavorful, caramelized edges.
A Sweet and Savory BBQ Flavor
A great BBQ glaze is all about balance. Smoky, savory, tangy, and just a little sweet.
Using a Lakanto sweetener in your homemade BBQ sauce is an easy way to create that classic sweet BBQ flavor while being more mindful of the sugar in your recipe. The tofu and vegetables absorb the sauce as they cook, creating bold flavor in every bite.
Tips for the Best Tofu Skewers
A few simple tips will help make this recipe even better:
Use extra-firm tofu so it holds its shape while cooking.
Press the tofu to remove excess moisture before adding it to the skewers.
Cut the tofu and vegetables into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water before grilling.
Brush with extra BBQ sauce toward the end of cooking for even more flavor.
No outdoor grill? Use an indoor grill or grill pan instead.
An Easy Plant-Based BBQ Recipe
These BBQ Tofu Skewers are an easy way to enjoy bold, delicious BBQ flavor with simple ingredients. With hearty tofu, fresh vegetables, and a sweet and savory BBQ glaze, they're colorful, customizable, and packed with flavor.
Fire up the grill and enjoy a simple plant-based recipe that's perfect whenever a BBQ craving hits.
Ingredients
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2 Whole Tofu, 2 blocks, extra firm, cut into large cubes
2 Whole Red Bell Peppers, cut into squares
2 Whole Zucchini, cut into round slices
1 Whole Red Onion, cut into squares
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¼ Cup BBQ Sauce
2 Tbsp Water
3 Tbsp Soy Sauce
1 Tsp Coconut Sugar with Monk fruit
1 Pinch Salt and Pepper, to taste
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6 Tbsp Avocado Oil Mayonnaise
3 Tbsp BBQ Sauce
1 Tsp Paprika
½ Tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
Directions
Preheat your indoor/outdoor grill.
Cut your two blocks of tofu into large cubes, and let soak in the marinade for around 10-20 minutes while you chop all your veggies.
Slide a cube of tofu, pepper, zucchini, and onion onto your metal skewer and repeat until you reach the end of the skewer. Brush any remaining tofu marinade over the entire skewers to coat your vegetables. Repeat for the remaining skewers.
Brush some oil on your indoor grill and let the skewers cook for about 5 minutes on each side, on medium-high heat, or until you can see grill marks on the tofu and veggies.
Once cooked, serve with the dipping sauce and enjoy!