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Tequila Lime Tofu with Mango Salsa

Tofu is marinated in a tangy, sweet tequila lime marinade and then can grilled to be perfectly crispy. Paired with a delicious mango salsa, this is a perfect dish! An easy way to prepare tofu for beginners.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Course Main Course, Tofu
Cuisine American, Mexican Inspired
Servings 2 servings

Equipment

  • Grill

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (14-ounce/397g) block extra firm tofu, cut crosswise into rectangles

Marinade

  • 1 tablespoon light olive oil
  • 2 ½ tablespoons maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons silver tequila
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 ½ medium limes juiced
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Mango Salsa

  • ½ cup frozen corn thawed (67g)
  • ½ cup black beans drained and rinsed (122g)
  • ⅛ small red onion finely chopped (about 1.2 ounces/35g)
  • ½ medium mango cubed (about 65g)
  • ½ medium lime juiced
  • Sprinkle of Tajin
  • 1-2 sprigs fresh parsley or cilantro finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Press the tofu for 5 to 10 minutes to get out any excess water. You can use a tofu press or a couple of heavy cans in a cast iron skillet.
  • Once it is done cut into rectangles.
  • Make the marinade by adding all the marinade ingredients into a large bowl except the cornstarch. Mix together with a whisk.
  • Add the tofu rectangles into the marinade and marinate for at least 3 to 4 hours.
  • Meanwhile, make the mango salsa by adding all the ingredients into a bowl and mixing together. Set aside until ready to enjoy later.
  • After the tofu is done marinating save the leftover marinade. Cook it in a small grill or see the alternative cooking instructions for baking or panfrying. Grill on each side for 5 to 8 minutes until grill marks appear.
  • Add the remaining marinade to a small pot. In a separate small bowl make a cornstarch slurry (2 tsps cornstarch plus 2 tsp water mixed together) add to the marinade and whisk together. Cook over low heat for about 5 minutes until sauce is thickened while mixing with a spatula consistently.
  • To plate add the grilled tofu, salsa and sauce over top, add extra lime slices if desired.

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Notes

  • You can use super firm or extra firm tofu for this recipe. If using super firm tofu you do not need to press it prior to using.
Keyword easy dish, mango salsa, tequila lime tofu, tofu recipes
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