Grilled Tofu with Tamarind Glaze Recipe

Grilled Tofu With Tamarind Glaze Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

• 1 pound extra-firm tofu, drained and patted dry
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium shallots, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons agave nectar
• 2 tablespoons tamarind concentrate
• 1 tablespoon dark molasses
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Method

1. Cut the tofu into 1-inch slices, season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside in a shallow baking pan
2. In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat
3. Add the shallots and garlic and saute for 2minutes
4. Add all the remaining ingredients, except for the tofu
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes
6. Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth
7. Return to the saucepan and cook 15 minutes longer, then set aside to cool
8. Pour the sauce over the tofu and refrigerate for at least 2 hours
9. Preheat a grill or broiler
10. Grill the marinated tofu, turning once, to heat through and brown nicely on both sides
11. While the tofu is grilling, reheat the marinade in a saucepan
12. Remove the tofu from the grill, brush each side with the tamarind sauce and serve immediately

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