Vegan Tandoori Tofu Tikka

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An easy to make grilled recipe that needs tofu and a marinade with just EIGHT ingredients; this Tandoori Tofu Tikka is a great appetizer or a side for mains!

Grilling season is upon us and we are ready to make some delicious recipes for family. Kicking off the season with a delicious platter of Vegan Tofu Tikka. This easy recipe calls for a super easy marinade with ONLY eight ingredients. An important ingredient here is Mazola® Corn Oil. A clinical study showed Mazola® Corn Oil reduces cholesterol 2x more than extra virgin olive oil. To learn more about this claim, visit MAZOLA.com.

The MOST commonly asked question when I talk about grilling is whether there are enough Vegetarian or Vegan recipes to make on the grill.

The answer is YES; there are plenty of recipes that are perfect for a Vegetarian diet or even if you are looking for a completely plant based grilling experience.

Various vegetables like mushroom, corn, broccoli, potato, cauliflower, peppers and onions grill really well. So do tofu, paneer, pineapple, tempeh and cheese.

What is Tofu Tikka?

Tofu is an excellent ingredient to incorporate in grilling. The super firm variety holds up well when marinated and grilled.

This Indian style tofu dish is made using tofu and a mix of spices. The tofu pieces are marinated, grilled and served with some sliced onions, chutney and ketchup.

While this dish is a great appetizer it works well to convert it to a meal too. Place the tikka with chutney and onions on a naan or with some saffron rice to make it a delicious meal.

What you need to make Tandoori Tofu Tikka

Super Firm Tofu: Tofu is needed for the recipe and the super firm one is the only one that works perfectly. Any other variety will crumble or not hold it's shape through grilling.

I would suggest pressing the super firm tofu on some kitchen towels for a while before using. That way all the moisture is eliminated.

Peppers: To add some crunch to the recipe I have added some red and green peppers.

Onions, broccoli, corn on the cob or cauliflower can be added too.

Mazola® Corn Oil: For the marinade we use Mazola® Corn Oil. It creates marinades that make great-tasting food because it has a neutral taste that lets the flavor of your dish stand out.

Mazola® Corn Oil is an all-purpose cooking oil that is a heart-healthy* choice for your family. Variety of uses include baking, grilling, sautéing, stir-frying or mixing up a marinade or dressing. To learn more about this claim, visit MAZOLA.com.

Vegan Yogurt: An ingredient used in the marinade to get a great coating on the tofu and to absorb the spices. Any yogurt works well.

I have used Greek yogurt alternate and it works well. If the yogurt you use is thin, drain it in a muslin cloth before using.

Vegan yogurt can be replaced with some sour cream or regular dairy based yogurt if making a non-vegan version.

Spices: The spices used in the recipe includes Tandoori Masala, turmeric powder, garam masala and red chili powder.

Along with that some salt and garlic powder are added too.

If you cannot find tandoori masala, add some more garam masala and make the recipe. The tofu will not have the same color as the one here but will have a more brownish color.

Frequently asked questions

Which grill is needed to make the recipe?

The recipe works well on an outdoor grill, using an indoor grill or in the oven.

Any of the methods can be used based on availability. I have tried it a few times in the air fryer too. It works really well and is perfectly mess free!

Can tofu be substituted with anything else?

Yes certainly! If you would like to make the same recipe with paneer or vegetables; it works just as well.

The recipe can be Vegan if you use a non-dairy yogurt or vegetarian if you use a dairy based one.

How to get it right each time

Use super firm tofu to avoid crumbling. Press it between paper towels before using to remove extra moisture.

Greek yogurt substitute works best for the recipe. If using regular yogurt, drain in a muslin cloth before using.

The recipe doesn't need a lot of marinating time. If you desire the marinated tofu can be refrigerated overnight before grilling.

Use fresh vegetables if you like. Peppers, onions, corn, broccoli and cauliflower works well with the tofu.

Steps

1- In a bowl add all the ingredients for the marinade. Mix well.

2- Dip tofu and peppers in the marinade and coat evenly.

3- Heat the grill and cook for 7-10 minutes until the sides begin to char.

4- Remove and serve with sliced onion, chutney and ketchup.

Yield: 3

Author: Smruti

An easy to make grilled recipe that needs tofu and a marinade with just EIGHT ingredients; this Tandoori Tofu Tikka is a great appetizer or a side for mains!

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 10 MinTotal time: 25 Min

Ingredients

For the Marinade

Vegan Yogurt ½ cup
Mazola® Corn Oil 3 tbsp
Garlic Powder 1 tsp
Turmeric Powder ½ tsp
Red Chili Powder ½ tsp
Tandoori Masala 2 tsp
Garam Masala ½ tsp
Salt ½ tsp

Other Ingredients

Super Firm Tofu 14 oz
Green Pepper ½ cut into large pieces
Red Pepper ½ cut into large pieces

Instructions

Before you start press the tofu in kitchen towels and place a heavy weight on it to remove excess moisture.
In a bowl add all the ingredients for the marinade. Mix well.
Dip tofu and peppers in the marinade and coat evenly.
Heat the grill and cook for 7-10 minutes till the sides begin to char.
Remove and serve with sliced onion, chutney and ketchup. Wrap in a naan or serve along with some saffron rice.

Notes:

Use super firm tofu to avoid crumbling. Press it between paper towels before using to remove extra moisture.
Greek yogurt substitute works best for the recipe. If using regular yogurt, drain in a muslin cloth before using.
The recipe doesn't need a lot of marinating time. If you desire the marinated tofu can be refrigerated overnight before grilling.
Use fresh vegetables if you like. Peppers, onions, corn, broccoli and cauliflower works well with the tofu.

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DISCLAIMER: Corn Oil is a cholesterol-free food that contains 14g of total fat per serving. See nutrition information on the product label or at mazola.com for fat and saturated fat content.

DISCLAIMER *very limited and preliminary scientific evidence suggests that eating about 1 tablespoon (16 grams) of Corn Oil daily may reduce the risk of heart disease due to the unsaturated fat content in Corn Oil. FDA concludes that there is little scientific evidence supporting this claim. To achieve this possible benefit, Corn Oil is to replace a similar amount of saturated fat and not increase the total number of calories you eat in a day. One serving of this product contains 14 grams of Corn Oil.