Chimichurri Tofu Skewers
- 1 14-oz. pkg. firm tofu, drained and patted dry
- 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley, leaves and stems separated
- 1 jalapeno chile, seeds and membranes removed, roughly chopped (2 Tbs.)
- 5 Tbs. garlic-flavored olive oil
- 2 tsp. red wine vinegar
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Halve tofu crosswise, and slice each half into 8 rectangles.
- Pat dry, transfer to shallow dish, and set aside.
- Finely chop enough parsley leaves to equal 1/2 cup, and set aside.
- Add parsley stems to small saucepan with jalapeno and oil, and bring just to a boil over medium heat.
- Lower heat, and simmer 2 minutes.
- Cool 10 minutes.
- Strain and discard solids from oil.
- Cool oil completely.
- Pour 2 Tbs.
- infused oil over tofu.
- Gently turn tofu to coat with oil; season with salt and pepper, if desired.
- Marinate 15 minutes, turning once.
- Whisk together remaining infused oil, vinegar, and chopped parsley leaves.
- Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
- Thread each tofu rectangle on 7-inch bamboo skewer.
- Grill 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until slightly charred and beginning to crisp.
- Remove skewers to platter, and spoon chimichurri over tofu.
firm tofu, flatleaf parsley, jalapeno chile, garlic, red wine vinegar
Taken from www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/chimichurri-tofu-skewers/ (may not work)