Grilled Tofu Steaks with Chimichurri Sauce

Revolutionize your plant-based meal routine with these Grilled Tofu Steaks with Chimichurri Sauce.

The tofu, seasoned and grilled to perfection, takes on a meaty texture that’s complemented beautifully by the vibrant, herb-packed chimichurri sauce.

This dish proves that vegetarian cuisine can be both exciting and satisfying, even for the most dedicated carnivores.

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Grilled Tofu Steaks with Chimichurri Sauce

Course Main Course

Cuisine Spanish

Keyword Chimichurri, Tofu

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 55 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 220kcal

Ingredients

For the tofu:

• 1 block 14 oz extra-firm tofu
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the chimichurri sauce:

• 1 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt to taste

Instructions

• Press tofu for 30 minutes to remove excess moisture.
• Cut tofu into 4 steaks.
• Mix olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate tofu in this mixture for 15 minutes.
• For chimichurri, mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
• Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
• Grill tofu steaks for 4-5 minutes per side until grill marks appear.
• Serve tofu steaks topped with chimichurri sauce.

Notes

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 6g
• Fat: 17g
• Fiber: 2g

Cooking Tips:

• Pressing tofu is crucial for achieving a firmer texture that holds up well on the grill.
• Don’t move the tofu too much while grilling to get nice grill marks.

Equipment Needed:

• Grill or grill pan
• Tofu press or heavy objects for pressing
• Mixing bowls

Possible Substitutions:

• Use tempeh or seitan instead of tofu for a different plant-based protein.
• Replace parsley with cilantro in the chimichurri for a different flavor profile.
• For a non-grilled version, pan-fry the tofu steaks in a skillet.