Quick and Easy BBQ Tofu • It doesn’t taste like chicken

Quick and easy BBQ Tofu is the perfect addition to your summer BBQ meal. This tender juicy tofu slathered in your favorite barbecue sauce takes just 6 simple ingredients and 10 minutes of grilling time. Pair with your favorite side dishes for the perfect vegetarian and vegan-friendly summer meal. Hmm!!

I love making fancy tofu recipes, but sometimes it’s good to go back to the basics and show you how to do the simplest recipes right. So today I am sharing with you my favorite grilled tofu. This vegan BBQ tofu recipe is perfect for a quick main dish for your summer feast so you can kick back and enjoy the beautiful weather and outdoor activities.

Serve the barbecue tofu with your choice, like my famous potato salad, macaroni salad, vegan pretzel buns, corn ribs, cowboy caviar, vegan cobb salad, or my creamy chipotle lime bean salad. And of course don’t forget a little dessert, how about my strawberry ice cream or vegan strawberry cheesecake pops for a perfect summer treat?

Common Questions:

Is tofu good on BBQ? Yes!! Tofu is very neutral in flavor so it will absorb BBQ flavors very well!

Can you cook tofu on the grill? Yes!! Tofu is great for grilling, just make sure you’re using extra-firm or super-firm tofu to make sure it’s firm enough to hold up to the grill.

What goes well with BBQ Tofu? Anything you would normally serve with BBQ chicken will work wonderfully with tofu. Salad, potatoes, roasted vegetables or mushrooms, zucchini, or corn on the cob.

How many calories are in BBQ tofu? One serving is 192 calories, but that may vary depending on the barbecue sauce you use.

How thick to cut tofu for grilling? I recommend that you cut it at least ½ inch thick or even thicker. If your tofu is too thin, it may break, so keep it on the thicker side.

How do you press tofu for grilling? I love using mine Tofuture tofu pressBut you can follow These instructions are for a DIY tofu pressing method. Pressing the tofu releases excess water so the tofu can absorb more of the marinade and become more flavorful.

How to Make Quick and Easy BBQ Tofu:

Prepare the tofu by draining, and then pressing it for 15 to 30 minutes. I love using mine Tofuture tofu pressBut you can follow These instructions are for a DIY tofu pressing method. Pressing the tofu releases excess water so the tofu can absorb more of the marinade and become more flavorful.

Prepare by making sure your grill or grill pan is clean and preheated to medium-high heat.

Cut the tofu block into 4 steaks at least ½ inch thick or thicker. Drizzle tofu with olive oil and rub over tofu.

Rub the oil with salt, garlic powder and black pepper.

Place the tofu on the hot grill. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until they release easily from the grates and have nice grill marks. Flip the tofu and repeat on the other side.

Brush tofu generously with BBQ sauce Flip and cook 2 minutes on each side. Brush with more BBQ sauce before serving. Serve hot.

BBQ tofu is…

• Super quick and easy to make
• Only 6 ingredients
• The perfect simple addition to your bbq meals

What to Serve with BBQ Tofu:

My famous potato salad
Macaroni salad
Vegan Pretzel Buns
Corn on the cob
Cowboy caviar
Vegan Cobb Salad
Creamy Chipotle Lime Bean Salad
And of course don’t forget a little dessert, how about my strawberry ice cream or vegan strawberry cheesecake pops for a perfect summer treat?

If you try this recipe, let us know by leaving a comment, rating it, and don’t forget to tag @itdoesnttastelikechicken on Instagram.
Hungry!
Sam Turnbull.

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