Blackened Tofu on Grain Bowl (V, V+, GF)
January 5, 2021
Ingredients
- For Blackened Tofu:
- 1 block extra firm tofu (pressed)
- 1/3 cup soy sauce (if needed, be sure it is vegan and gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- For the Grain Bowl and toppings of your choice:
- 2 types of cooked grains (I use 1 1/2 cups dried grains for 4 servings).
- 4 ounces dark mixed greens of your choice
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1 pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup roasted cashews
- 1 avocado, sliced or 2 ounces guacamole
- 1 cup hummus
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Vegan ranch dressing
- Vegan tahini dressing
- From Thespruceeats.com
Directions
- Step 1 Take the block of tofu and cover with paper towels or a cotton cloth and press out the water.
- Step 2 Cut the block into 8 pieces by first slicing lengthwise across the middle (giving you 2 pieces). Then cut each piece into 4 more pieces.
- Step 3 Set into a shallow edge pan and drizzle the soy sauce over the pieces.
- Step 4 Let marinate for 30 minutes, flipping at least once.
- Step 5 For the Blackened Coating: Add all the dry spices together in a flat bottomed container and mix thoroughly.
- Step 6 Heat a ceramic or teflon coated pan or grill to medium-high.
- Step 7 When marination is complete, take each piece and place it into the coating and cover each side.
- Step 8 Then place on the heated surface and cook for 4 minutes on each side. Then remove from heat.
- Step 9 ***This blackened tofu can be used on a plate of dark greens, or on a grain bowl for a great hearty meal!
- Step 10 ***Grain bowls are great for each person to customize their own, allowing for personal flavors and tastes!
- Step 11 Place greens at the bottom of the bowl and then add the grains.
- Step 12 Top with blackened tofu and any other topping you would like.
- Step 13 It is always nice to have 3 spreadable toppings along with the crunchier parts.
- Step 14 Enjoy!
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