This is also a much gentler of a cooking method than putting the tofu right on the grill. It ensures that the tofu gets cooked nice and evenly.
A marinate is a must, as it infuses the tofu with flavour. Brush some of the marinade over the tofu while cooking and you’ll get an even better flavour punch!
All sorts of sweet fruit salsas are delicious on top of these grilled tofu slabs, but for this recipe we’ve chosen a nice cherry salsa because it makes us feel all summery!
You’ll need:
- 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 garlic clove minced
- A standard package of extra firm tofu drained and pressed at least 20 minutes.
For the cherry salsa:
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ⅓ cup chopped red onion
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and minced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh coriander
- Salt to taste
Step 1:
Fill a large shallow dish with water and place the cedar plank in to soak. Let the gourmet grilling plank soak for 1 to 2 hours.
Step 2:
While the plank soaks, marinate the tofu. Stir the soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, olive oil, paprika, and garlic together in a shallow dish. Cut the tofu in half, width wise, then cut each half in half, thickness-wise, so you have 4 rectangular slabs.
Place the tofu slabs into the dish with the soy sauce mixture and allow to marinate while the planks soak, spooning some of the marinade over the tofu every so often.
Step 3:
Heat your outdoor or indoor grill to medium-high and place the plank directly on the grill to preheat. Allow the plank to heat up for a minute or two, then use tongs to arrange the tofu slabs on the plank. Cover and grill for about 20 to 25 minutes, lifting the lid to brush the tofu with excess marinade once or twice during cooking. The tofu should be browned all around with dark edges when it’s finished cooking.
While the tofu cooks, stir all ingredients for the cherry salsa together in a medium bowl. Divide the tofu onto plates, spoon the cherry salsa over the top, serve and enjoy!
