Asian Style Grilled Tofu Recipe

Ingredients for Asian Style Grilled Tofu

• Teriyaki Sauce
• Rice Vinegar
• Fresh Lime Juice
• Ground Ginger
• Splenda Sugar Substitute
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Extra Firm Tofu
• 2 teaspoons oil
• Fettuccine noodles (amount as per package directions)
• 1 cup snow peas
• Red Pepper
• 1/2 cup sliced onion
• Vegetable Broth
• Cornstarch
• Sesame seeds (to taste)

How to Make Asian Style Grilled Tofu

1. Whisk together in a bowl: 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon Splenda (or sugar substitute), 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste), and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
2. Open the package of extra-firm tofu (14 oz) and gently press to remove excess water. You can use paper towels and a weight for 10-15 minutes for extra dryness.
3. Slice the tofu block in half diagonally to create two triangles.
4. Place each triangle flat side down and cut into three equally sized triangular slices (approximately 1/2-inch thick).
5. Repeat with the second triangle to yield six tofu slices.
6. Place the tofu slices on a paper towel-lined plate, top with more paper towels, and cover with a sheet pan weighted down evenly for 10 minutes to further remove moisture.
7. Remove the top paper towels and arrange the tofu in a shallow glass dish.
8. Pour the marinade over the tofu, ensuring all slices are coated. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
9. While the tofu marinates, prepare the noodles and vegetables. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
10. Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Add 1 cup snow peas, 1/2 cup sliced bell pepper, and 1/2 cup sliced onion during the last 4 minutes of cooking.
11. Heat a ridged grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons of oil.
12. Grill the tofu for approximately 2 minutes per side, until nicely marked and heated through.
13. In a small saucepan, whisk together the reserved marinade with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water until smooth.
14. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
15. Drain the cooked noodles and vegetables. Toss them with the thickened marinade.
16. Serve the noodles and vegetables topped with the grilled tofu and sprinkle with sesame seeds (to taste).