Description
Sizzling Middle Eastern Tofu Kebabs bring Mediterranean spices to plant-based grilling. Marinated tofu chunks create a delicious fusion of traditional flavors that you will savor with each perfectly charred bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 450 grams (1 pound) firm tofu, prepared according to pack instructions
Spices and Herbs:
- 1.5 teaspoons cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons coriander
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5–1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 0.25 red onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons tomato puree
- 65 grams (2.3 ounces) plain flour or chickpea flour
- 15 grams (0.5 ounces) fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 15 grams (0.5 ounces) fresh coriander, finely chopped
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Crumble tofu into fine, uneven fragments within a spacious mixing vessel.
- Incorporate finely diced onion, crushed garlic, array of aromatic spices, tomato puree, flour, and freshly chopped herbs into the tofu crumbles.
- Thoroughly massage and blend ingredients using fingertips, ensuring complete integration and cohesive texture that allows for stable shaping.
- Gently craft compact, petite kebab formations using palms, maintaining modest dimensions to guarantee structural integrity. Aim for approximately 12 delicate morsels.
- Warm a thin layer of neutral cooking oil within a skillet over moderate thermal settings.
- Carefully position kebab clusters into heated pan, allowing each side to develop a golden-bronze caramelization, roughly 1-2 minutes per surface.
- Transfer crisp, fragrant kebabs onto a serving platter, complementing with fluffy rice, warm pita bread, crisp salad, and accompanying creamy hummus or silky tahini sauce.
Notes
- Master the art of handling tofu by crumbling it finely to create a perfect base for these Middle Eastern-inspired kebabs.
- Blend an aromatic mix of spices like cumin, sumac, and mint to infuse the tofu with bold, authentic flavors that dance on your palate.
- Gently form small, compact kebabs using your hands to ensure they hold together during cooking, preventing crumbling in the pan.
- Pan-fry these delicate morsels over medium heat, turning carefully to achieve a golden-brown exterior that locks in the rich, herbal essence.
- Elevate your meal by serving these protein-packed kebabs alongside fluffy rice, warm pita, crisp salad, and creamy hummus for a complete Middle Eastern feast.
- Experiment with different herb combinations or adjust spice levels to personalize this versatile tofu recipe that brings plant-based excitement to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg