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VEGETABLE & TOFU SKEWERS 1/3 End of Summer Recipes

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Vegetable & Tofu Skewers

Cultural Context

Vegetable and tofu skewers are popular in various Asian cuisines, especially in Japan and Southeast Asia, where grilling is a common cooking method. These skewers celebrate fresh produce and plant-based proteins, making them a favorite for summer barbecues and gatherings. Today, they are enjoyed globally, often adapted with local vegetables and spices to suit different palates.

AsianJPmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
14 oz tofu
2 cups bell peppers
1 cup zucchini
1 medium red onion
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cup mushrooms
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh herbs

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tofu

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: tempeh

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: seitan

Tempeh is higher in protein and fiber, while seitan is often less expensive.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, and canola oil is more budget-friendly.

soy sauce

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: tamari

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

fresh herbs

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: dried herbs

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs provide flavor while being more shelf-stable.

1

Prepare the marinade by combining teriyaki sauce, tamari, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, dried basil, and coconut oil in a large bowl.

2

Chop vegetables into equally sized chunks and add them directly into the marinade to soak.

3

Thread marinated vegetables onto bamboo skewers.

4

Drizzle more marinade over the skewers before grilling.

5

Grill skewers on medium heat, keeping an eye on them to ensure they are cooked but not overly charred.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingchopping

Equipment Needed

grillskewersmixing bowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Grilled Vegetable Tofu SkewersTofu Vegetable Kabobs
Local Name: ้‡Ž่œใจ่ฑ†่…ใฎไธฒ็„ผใ

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