Eat to Energise and Release Body Fat › Release Recipe 08

Grilled Tofu

Prep 15 min · Cook 5 min · Serves 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp tahini
• 2 tbsp reduced-sodium tamari
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
• 1/2 tsp ginger powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tsp gochujang or chili paste (optional)
• 2 tsp maple syrup or date paste

Method

1. Press the tofu under a weight for 1-2 hours to remove excess water.
2. Whisk together the tahini, tamari, vinegar, sesame oil, ginger powder, garlic powder, water, gochujang, and maple syrup for the marinade.
3. Cut the pressed tofu into cubes and place in a shallow dish.
4. Pour the marinade over, turning to coat, and marinate 4-6 hours or overnight, flipping halfway if possible.
5. Grill or pan-sear the tofu over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.

Highlights: 274mg calcium and 13g protein per serving.

Nutrition is per serving. The figures are estimates, so use them as a guide only.

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