Shredded BBQ Jerk Tofu

20m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Shred a block of tofu in a grater to make nice ribbons.
  2. 2Coat the shredded tofu in a jerk barbecue sauce made from jerk paste, light soy sauce, ketchup, dijon mustard, agave syrup, and miso paste.
  3. 3Mix the tofu and sauce thoroughly to ensure every bit is covered.
  4. 4Let the marinated tofu sit in the fridge overnight.
  5. 5Bake the tofu at 200°C for 20 minutes.
  6. 6Serve the tofu with mango slaw, hot sauce, and a bun.

Ingredients

  • 1 block (280g) extra firm tofu
  • 2 tsp jerk paste
  • 4 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp ketchup (or tomato paste)
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp agave syrup
  • 1 tsp miso paste
  • 2 soft rolls
  • 1 mango
  • 3 spring onions
  • 1 pinch fresh coriander
  • 1 pinch fresh mint
  • 1 red chilli deseeded
  • 1.5 juice of limes
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Equipment

graterfridge

Tips

  • Marinating is key for the jerk flavor.
  • Shredding the tofu allows it to absorb more sauce.