Tired of the same old tofu? Soak it in a green tea marinade then infuse it with smoky flavor on the grill. If you haven’t had grilled tofu, you don’t know what you’re missing!

Grilled Green Tea Tofu

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup loose-leaf green tea
• 1 green onion, minced (white and green parts)
• 1 pound firm tofu, pressed, drained, cut into large cubes

Directions:

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. Soak 4 wooden skewers in water for 15 to 20 minutes.
3. Combine all ingredients except tofu in a large bowl, whisking to combine.
4. Add tofu and marinate for 30 minutes. Thread tofu onto skewers.
5. Grill for 2 minutes each side or until tofu is lightly browned.
6. Serve hot with a peanut sauce.

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