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Two plates of grilled tofu steaks topped with chimichurri, with a fork and extra chimichurri around.
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Grilled Tofu

This grilled tofu is simple, flavorful, and easy to make with just a few ingredients. It’s lightly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfect served with chimichurri or your favorite sides. A great option for quick dinners or easy, grill-style meals at home.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 3
Calories: 118kcal
Author: Iosune Robles

Ingredients

  • 1 (14-ounce) block extra-firm or firm tofu
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil plus more for the grill
  • ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • Chimichurri for serving (optional)
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Instructions

  • Press the tofu by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and placing something heavy on top. Let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes to remove excess moisture.
    Pressing tofu with a kitchen towel and weight.
  • Cut the tofu into 3 slabs of similar thickness.
    Block of tofu cut into three thick slabs on a cutting board.
  • Brush both sides of the tofu with olive oil.
    Tofu slabs brushed with olive oil on both sides.
  • In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the mixture over the tofu and gently rub it in with your hands to create a thin, even coating on all sides.
    Tofu coated with a spice mixture using hands.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil it if needed.
    Grill pan preheating on the stove with a light layer of oil.
  • Place the tofu on the hot grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until grill marks form and the tofu releases easily. Serve with chimichurri.
    Tofu cooking on a grill pan with visible grill marks.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
  • Freezing isn’t recommended, as the texture can change once thawed.
  • Reheat in a skillet with a little oil over medium heat until hot and slightly crispy, or use the oven (375°F/190°C for 5–8 minutes) or air fryer (3–5 minutes). The microwave works too, but the tofu will be softer.
  • Nutrition information does not include any extra oil used for the grill or the chimichurri.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 181mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 247IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg
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