This particular recipe takes tofu to a whole new level. As well as being low in fat and carbs this dish is high in protein and makes a very flavorsome main course for the non meat eaters at your barbecue.
Ingredients
450grams Extra Firm Tofu Drained
120ml Canola Oil
2 Tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Rub
Cajun Seasoning Rub Ingredients
3 Tablespoons Salt
1 ½ Teaspoons Sweet Paprika
1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
1 Tablespoon Cayenne Powder
½ Teaspoon White Pepper
2 Teaspoons Dried Thyme
½ Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
Instructions
1. The first thing you need to do is make the Cajun seasoning rub. To do this simply place all theabove ingredients into a small bowl and stir well to blend them together. Once made you can keep this for up to 6 months as long as you store it in an air tight container.
2. After making the seasoning rub the next thing to do is press as much excess water out of thetofu as possible. Once you have done this you cut the tofu into ¾ inch thick slices and place in a shallow baking dish.
3. Now take the canola oil and to this add the seasoning rub you made earlier and mix well. Thenbrush this mixture all over the tofu and cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator until you are ready to start cooking. Remember the longer you leave the tofu to marinate in the seasoning rub the more of the amazing flavors will have been absorbed by it.
4. It is important that when cooking the tofu you first lightly oil the barbecue grill before placingthe tofu on it to prevent it from sticking. Also place the grill 6 inches above the heat source, as you want to cook on a medium to high heat. Cook for between 10 and 12 minutes remembering to turn it over occasionally to ensure that the tofu is cooked right through and is golden brown in color.
5. Once the tofu is cooked place on clean plates and serve to your guests with a crisp green saladand a yogurt dip.
