Authentic Jamaican Jerk Tofu Recipe

Authentic Jamaican Jerk Tofu Recipe

from makeitdairyfree.com
200 min
4 servings

This Authentic Jamaican Jerk Tofu Recipe is packed full of bold Caribbean flavors to light your taste buds with excitement! Grill or pan fry options included.

Ingredients

  • 1 14-16oz block extra firm tofu, (frozen, then thawed and pressed)
  • 3 tbsp pimenta berries ((allspice berries))
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 6 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 2 scotch bonnet peppers, (seeds removed)
  • 1 tbsp ground thyme ((or 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves))
  • 2 scallions ((just the green part))
  • 1 juice of lime
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp browning ((sub for molasses) )
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, (see notes if grilling )
  • Jamaican Rice and Peas

Directions

  1. 1

    Freeze and thaw tofu and use a tofu press to get the water out. *See Notes in post for why and how to do this if needed.

  2. 2

    Add all the ingredients except the tofu into a blender or food processor and blend until very well combined. Put into a jar.

  3. 3

    Once pressed, slice tofu in half and then half again for 4 equal size pieces (or cube if desired).

  4. 4

    Place tofu into a shallow container that has a lid. Spread 1/4-1/3 cup jerk sauce across and over all sides. Rub into the tofu. Place lid on top and into fridge to marinate overnight or at least 4-6 hours.

  5. 5

    To Grill: Preheat grill to medium (about 400 degrees). Add tofu directly to greased grill grates or to a grill mat. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway. To Pan Fry: add 1 tbsp oil to a large skillet and heat over medium low heat. Once hot, add tofu and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally to get all the sides.

  6. 6

    Remove and serve with Jamaican rice and peas or desired side dishes.