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Yucky Tofu Skewers

A vegan take on a garlicky shrimp dish, featuring crispy tofu skewers coated in a rich garlic butter sauce.

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20m
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Ingredients

  • extra firm tofu
  • seasoning
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • olive oil
  • vegan butter
  • sriracha
  • red pepper flakes
  • minced garlic
  • fresh parsley
  • nutritional yeast
  • vegan parmesan cheese

Method

  1. 1

    Press the tofu to remove excess water.

  2. 2

    Cut the block of tofu into 1-inch cubes.

  3. 3

    Place the tofu cubes into a large mixing bowl.

  4. 4

    Season the tofu with the seasoning blend, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.

  5. 5

    Gently toss the tofu until all the cubes are evenly coated with the seasoning and oil.

  6. 6

    Thread the seasoned tofu cubes onto wooden skewers.

  7. 7

    Place the tofu skewers in an air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

  8. 8

    While the tofu is cooking, prepare the sauce. Melt the vegan butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

  9. 9

    Stir in the sriracha, red pepper flakes, minced garlic, and fresh parsley.

  10. 10

    Add the nutritional yeast and stir until everything is well combined.

  11. 11

    Stir in the shredded vegan parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce.

  12. 12

    Once the tofu is cooked, remove the skewers from the air fryer.

  13. 13

    Generously brush the garlic butter sauce over all sides of the cooked tofu skewers.

  14. 14

    Transfer the sauced skewers to a serving plate. Brush with any remaining sauce and serve immediately.

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