Grilled Asian Barbecue Glazed Tofu
East Asian Easy

Grilled Asian Barbecue Glazed Tofu

Caramelized tofu planks with a punchy ginger and scallion glaze

vegetarianvegangluten-freegrilleddinnerquick
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⏱️ 45 minutes 15 minutes prep · 8-12 minutes cook
🍽️ 4 Serves
215 Calories
11g Protein
19g Carbs
11g Fat

Why This Recipe Works

The secret to this tofu lies in reducing the glaze until it's thick enough to cling to the surface without running off into the coals. This concentrated sauce provides a deep umami punch that balances the smoky char from the grill.


Instructions

1

Combine the hoisin sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and scallion in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium-high heat until the mixture is thickened and reduced to roughly 3/4 cup, about 5 to 7 minutes.

πŸ’‘ Set aside about 1/4 cup of the glaze to serve as a fresh sauce at the table.

2

Prepare the grill for medium-high heat. Clean the grates thoroughly and wipe them with a small amount of vegetable oil using a folded paper towelβ€”the oil should shimmer but not smoke.

3

Pat the tofu planks dry once more to ensure a good sear. Place the tofu on the grill and cook until distinct grill marks appear and the edges start to crisp, about 3 to 5 minutes per side.

4

Brush the top of each tofu plank generously with the remaining glaze. Flip the tofu and cook for 1 minute, then glaze the second side and flip again until the sauce is bubbling and slightly charred.

5

Serve immediately while hot, with the reserved glaze on the side.


🍽️ Complete the Meal

Steamed jasmine rice
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Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this recipe?

Refrigerate up to 3 days.

What substitutions can I make?
  • soy sauce: tamari for gluten-free
Rohit Bothra
Recipe by

Rohit Bothra

Self-taught cook exploring global vegetarian cuisine from my Atlanta kitchen.

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