Barbecue Recipes

TOFU STEAKS

Vegetarians and meat-eaters alike will enjoy these barbecued tofu steaks. The combination of ingredients in the marinade gives the steaks a distinctly Japanese flavor.

INGREDIENTS
1 container fresh tofu (4 x 31/4 x 11/4 inches), 11 ounces drained weight
2 scallions, thinly sliced, to garnish
mixed salad leaves, to garnish

FOR THE MARINADE
3 tablespoons sake
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 scallion, finely chopped

SERVES 4

1. Wrap the tofu in a clean dish towel and place it on a chopping board. Put a large plate on top and let stand for 30 minutes to remove any excess water.

2. Slice the tofu horizontally into three pieces, then cut the slices into quarters. Set aside. Mix the ingredients for the marinade in a large bowl. Add the tofu to the bowl in a single layer and allow to marinate for 30 minutes. Drain the tofu steaks and reserve the marinade to use for basting.

3. Cook the steaks on the grill for 3 minutes on each side, basting regularly with the marinade, or fry them for 3 minutes in a large pan.

4. Arrange 3 tofu steaks on each plate. Any remaining marinade can be heated in a pan and then poured over the steaks. Sprinkle with the scallions and garnish with mixed salad leaves. Serve immediately.