Spicy Grilled Tofu with Garlic and Ginger Marinade

Ingredients

• •14 oz (400 g) firm tofu, pressed and sliced into 1-inch thick slabs
• •2 tablespoons soy sauce
• •1 tablespoon olive oil
• •1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• •3 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 teaspoon chili powder
• •1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• •1 tablespoon lemon juice
• •2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
• •Salt to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine soy sauce, olive oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, black pepper, lemon juice, and salt. Stir well to make the marinade.

3. 3

   Add the sliced tofu to the marinade and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors, flipping halfway through.

4. 4

   Lightly oil the grill grates. Place the marinated tofu on the grill and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until you see nice grill marks and the tofu is heated through.

5. 5

   Remove from the grill and let it rest for a minute before serving.

6. 6

   Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Serve hot with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.