Juicy Grillable Tofu Burgers Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
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Servings
8 burgers
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Calories
190 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
Juicy Grillable Tofu Burgers Recipe
Description
The Juicy Grillable Tofu Burgers start with pressing tofu to eliminate excess water, essential for achieving a firm texture that holds well on the grill. The tofu is shaped into circular patties for an attractive presentation and even cooking. The marinade, which combines soy sauce, oil, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and browning sauce, adds depth and umami to the tofu.
Grilling over medium-high heat creates attractive char lines, a smoky aroma, and a textured crust while keeping the interior moist. These tofu burgers can be served on buns or with side dishes as a vegetarian main dish. The recipe also includes options to marinate up to 48 hours to intensify flavor and alternatives to grill cooking.
The recipe notes offer tips for using tofu scraps in other dishes, swapping marinades to vary flavor profiles, cooking alternatives beyond grilling, and freezing uncooked patties for future use.
Ingredients
- 2 oz blocks tofu this variety is vacuum sealed, not packed in water like firm and extra firm tofu, super firm
- ¼ cup soy sauce 60 mL
- 2 Tbsp olive oil 30 mL
- 2 Tbsp water 30 mL
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 15 mL, vegan
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp vegetable broth base look for Orrington Farms or Better Than Bouillon vegan broth base, beefless
- 1 tsp browning sauce look for Kitchen Bouquet Browning and Seasoning Sauce
- ½ tsp liquid smoke
Instructions
- Press Tofu: Cut each tofu block evenly down the middle to make 4 thinner slaps. Wrap each piece in a few paper towels, set them on a counter or cutting board, and place a heavy pan on top. Let them press for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours) to remove extra moisture.
- Cut Tofu: Use a small glass or round cookie cutter to cut each slab into a circular puck. Cut each puck evenly to create 2 thinner pucks. You'll end up with 8 patties. Save tofu scraps for another recipe (see notes). You can also just make rectangular tofu burgers if you don't want the fuss!
- Make Marinade: Whisk together remaining ingredients.
- Marinate Tofu: Transfer tofu patties to a bowl or jar (I love using a wide mouth mason jar for this). Pour in the marinade and let soak for at least 1 hour, up to 48 hours (the longer the better).
- Grill: On a well greased grill or grill pan over medium/high heat, cook tofu patties, flipping once, until char lines develop, about 3 minutes per side.
- Serve: Serve warm with your favorite burger toppings!
Notes
- Save tofu scraps from cutting patties to use in other tofu recipes.
- You can customize the marinade with different sauces like teriyaki or barbecue for variety.
- If you don't have a grill, a stovetop grill pan or oven can be used; ensure the cooking surface is well greased.
- Uncooked tofu patties can be frozen on a tray until firm, then stored in a container; thaw before grilling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1tofu burger patty | |
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.1g | 1% |
| Protein | 15.6g | 31% |
| Fat | 12.4g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 594mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.8g | 2% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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