Spicy Grilled Tofu and Green Bean Salad
- 15 oz. extra-firm tofu
- 5 Tbs. low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tbs. toasted sesame oil
- 2 Tbs. mirin, rice wine or sake
- 1 tsp. rice vinegar
- 1 tsp. chili paste with garlic
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb. green beans, trimmed
- 1 onion, halved and cut into slivers
- Prepare medium-hot charcoal fire, or preheat gas grill (or broiler).
- Wrap tofu in paper towels, and squeeze gently to remove excess water.
- Pat dry.
- Slice into 3 pieces horizontally; cut each piece in half.
- Set aside.
- Mix together soy sauce, sesame oil, mirin, vinegar, chili paste and garlic in 9x13-inch glass baking dish.
- Add tofu, turn over to coat and let sit 15 minutes.
- Spray tofu with cooking spray on all sides, and grill until browned and crusty, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Arrange arugula on large serving platter, then arrange grilled tofu on top of arugula.
- Meanwhile, add green beans and onion to remaining vinaigrette, and toss to coat.
- Grill beans and onion on perforated rack, stirring frequently, until beans are tender and browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Arrange beans and onion on top of tofu.
- Pour any remaining vinaigrette on salad.
- Serve.
extrafirm tofu, soy sauce, sesame oil, mirin, rice vinegar, chili paste with garlic, garlic, green beans, onion
Taken from www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/spicy-grilled-tofu-and-green-bean-salad/ (may not work)