Middle Eastern Tofu Kebabs: A Flavorful and Healthy Plant-Based Delight
A flavorful and healthy plant-based delight that brings the taste of the Middle East to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cubed tofu to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
- Thread the marinated tofu onto the skewers.
- Grill the kebabs for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and slightly charred.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or in a wrap.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the skewers.
- These kebabs can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Serve with tahini sauce or a yogurt dip for added taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kebab
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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