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Make this Grilled Tofu Tikka Kebabs for starters or making Indian Tofu Tikka Masala.
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Grilled Tofu Tikka Skewers (or Paneer Tikka)

This Tofu Tikka Recipe is perfect for appetizers, outdoor grilling, and potlucks. It is prepared using extra firm tofu and fresh bell peppers.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian Inspired
Servings: 5
Calories: 124kcal
Author: Swati Kadam Gulati

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 14 oz block tofu (or paneer) cut into 1" pieces
  • 1 large red onion cut into 1" pieces
  • 2 bell peppers (red and green each) cut into 1" pieces
  • 1 tablespoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • ½ " ginger finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ½ cup nonfat plain greek yogurt
  • salt to taste
  • oil spray

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl add greek yogurt, chili powder, garam masala, ginger, garlic, lime juice, and salt. Mix well.
  • Then add tofu and bell peppers and onion and mix well to coat marinade evenly. Keep it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours
  • Assemble the marinated tofu, peppers and onion on skewers alternately
  • Cook them on lightly greased preheated grill on all sides until well done.

Notes

  1. Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 15 min to avoid burning
  2. This recipe is inspired by grilled chicken kebabs
 
IF YOU LOVE THIS RECIPE - you will also like these Indian flavors: one pot chicken biryani, creamy chickpea curry, red lentil curry.

Nutrition

Calories: 124kcal