Juicy, aromatic tofu-vegetable skewers for the grill or the pan. Deliciously marinated with a homemade BBQ marinade, they are the perfect vegan alternative for those who like it low-calorie and versatile on the grill.
Prep Time 25 minutesminutes
Barbecue time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 35 minutesminutes
Servings 4Servings
Calories 451kcal
Ingredients
FOR THE SKEWERS:
400gSweet potatoeswith peel, cut into cubes
1LiterWater
300gZucchinisliced
280gEggplantquartered and cut into pieces
350gPaprikared and yellow mixed, depending on availability
Preheat oven to 220 degrees convection (240 degrees top bottom heat). Line a baking sheet with a permanent baking mat or baking paper.
FOR THE SKEWERS Bring pot of water to boil and boil sweet potato cubes for 10 minutes. Drain and place in a large bowl.
1 Liter Water, 400 g Sweet potatoes
Add zucchini, eggplant, bell bell pepper, red onion and oil and mix vigorously once with your hands until everything is combined.
300 g Zucchini, 280 g Eggplant, 350 g Paprika, 2-3 Piece red onion, 30 ml Frying oil or other high heat oil
Pour onto the baking sheet and spread evenly.
Put in the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
In the meantime FOR THE BBQ Sauce provide a small saucepan. Add in tamari, maple syrup, white wine vinegar, tomato ketchup, lime juice, garlic cloves, paprika, salt, pepper and cornstarch. Stir with a whisk until everything is combined.
90 ml Tamari, 60 ml maple syrup, 60 ml White wine vinegar, 30 g Tomato ketchup, 30 ml Lime juice, 2 Piece Garlic cloves, 2 tbspn Paprika powder, Salt to taste, Pepper to taste, 24 g Cornstarch
Place on the stove and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Simmer until the sauce has thickened somewhat. Remove from heat and set aside.
FOR THE SKEWERS alternately skewer the vegetables and tofu until everything is used up.
200 g Smoked tofu
Place in a bowl and pour BBQ marinade over the top. Turn and marinate briefly.
TIP: Like to prepare a day in advance and let marinate overnight in the refrigerator, sealed airtight.
Turn on the grill and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side.
Enjoy with additional sauce and side dishes of your choice.