This simple recipe for Pineapple BBQ Tofu does not require a grill, but the use of your broiler. It is a great dish that can be made year round.
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It is not a secret that I am a pretty big fan of tofu. We eat tofu typically at least once a week at our house.
I am always trying to reinvent our recipes to spice things up in our little tofu world. Today I am sharing one of my recent favorites: Pineapple BBQ Tofu.
This recipe is extremely easy and tastes wonderful!
This dish pairs the flavors of sweet, yet sour pineapple with some tangy BBQ sauce. It is the ultimate combination!
The trick is, after you press your tofu with your EZ Tofu Press, you marinate it with a tasty blend of fresh pineapple and BBQ sauce!
I marinated mine for 2 hours.
All about that broiler!
Then I broiled my tofu. This is a very easy way to prepare your tofu. Think of our broiler as an up-side down grill.
Makes sense right? You are exposing your food item directly to a high amount of heat, but from the top. Instead of heat from the bottom like a traditional grill.
My broiler is gas, but some stoves are electric. I’ve used my mom’s electric broiler and it seems to run a bit hotter. Use caution when using your broiler, be sure to read the safety instructions your stove came with.
Don’t have those instructions? You can always google it! My broiler just has an on/off setting. I can’t control the level of heat.
I love that my broiler can get the job done in 5-10 minutes! Just keep an eye on it because it can go from done to burnt…quickly!
Press that tofu!
Let’s back up a bit and talk more about pressing your tofu. I never used to understand the importance of pressing your tofu before you cook it.
By pressing the tofu you get rid of extra moisture, which allows your tofu to cook better and it also tastes better. I use the EZ Tofu Press each and every time I make tofu! If you love tofu, you need one!
Still wondering? Here are a few more reasons, why I love it!
- EZ Tofu Press can press virtually all sizes of firm and extra firm tofu.
- Pressing can be achieved in 15 minutes or less.
- You can prep food and marinade while turning the knobs every 2 minutes over a 10-15 minute time frame.
- Presses substantially faster than spring based tofu presses. Easy to clean- small, compact, dishwasher safe, and fewer parts to break.
- Saves on paper or cloth towels!
Are you looking for some yummy TOFU recipes to use with your EZ Tofu Press? Check our the pinterest account of EZ Tofu Press!
We have lots more tofu recipes! Visit the recipe index, or jump to Sweet Thai Chili Tofu Bowls, Tofu Scramble Breakfast Burritos, or Balsamic Tofu and Mushrooms.
Recipe time!
Now let’s get back to our yummy Pineapple BBQ Tofu recipe! I bet you are getting hungry!
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Using your EZ Tofu Press, press the tofu for 15 minutes.
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Cut tofu into long skinny planks (as shown in pictures)
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Using a food processor, blend BBQ sauce, olive oil and fresh pineapple.
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Marinate tofu planks in BBQ sauce mixture for 2 hours.
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Place planks on a lipped baking sheet. Broil for 10 minutes, fiipping sides after 5 minutes.
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Garnish with diced green onions and more fresh pineapple, if desired.
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ENJOY
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Leave me a comment telling me your favorite way to eat tofu! Oh and we just updated the pictures for this recipe. Check out the difference below!
Anne says
My favorite tofu recipe is tofu with kale, spinach, cherry tomatoes and broccoli.
Cindy Gordon says
That sounds like a great combo!
lollorosso says
I have so many favorite tofu recipes that it’s hard to pick just one. One if my favorites is a recipe for marinating tofu so that it can be used in a mock chicken salad.
Cindy Gordon says
Oh yes, mock chicken salad is yummy!
siegalpaula says
I like silken tofu that is used in desserts most
Cindy Gordon says
I love tofu desserts too!
Tracy Lehman says
I have never even heard of a tofu press before. I hope I win so I can try it!!! As a single mom this is considered a luxury item to me but I will be spreading the word! Would make like a lot easier and better meals. Have a great day
Cindy Gordon says
Good luck! I am also giving a second one away in another week or so, so stay tuned! 🙂
Tracy Lehman says
🙂
Mozey says
My kids love tofu, noodle soup…like chicken noodle soup, but with tofu!
Cindy Gordon says
Oh yes, we love tofu noodle soup too! YUM
briwolin says
Stir fry with water chestnuts, baby corn, bamboo shoot, and broccoli in the San-J orange sauce!
Cindy Gordon says
YUM, that sounds good!
Audra says
I love sweet and sour tofu
Cindy Gordon says
Oh yes that sounds yummy!
alacasey says
My favorite tofu recipe is coating it with almond flour and pan frying it to make crispy tofu tacos!
Cindy Gordon says
YUMMM, you have me hungry!!
Pam C. says
I must admit that I don’t know much about tofu. However, my daughter is a fan and I know she would love this. I wish I knew what her favorite recipe is and I’d share it with you, but I don’t…
Cindy Gordon says
No problem, if she loves tofu, she needs one of these presses. They are truly great. I am giving one away with this post and another one again this week 🙂
Bethany Kingsley says
Baked tofu on vegan coleslaw. So good, even for breakfast!
Cindy Gordon says
Oh, I like the sound of that! YUM
Kay M says
I’ve baked it and fried it but have never broiled it. This recipe looks so good. I’ll definitely try this.
Cindy Gordon says
Thanks Kay, this recipe is so easy. I wish I would have thought about broiling tofu a long time ago! LOL YUM
Sue hegle says
Oh my that tofu looks amazing, I have never even thought of broiling my tofu before.
Cindy Gordon says
Thanks so much, I have found it is a great way to cook it!
Tara T. says
I’ve never broiled tofu before but I’m definitely going to try it.
Cindy Gordon says
Yes, it is a MUST try! YUM
Anne says
Broiling would be tasty, healthy and yummy. I would broil tofu with veggies, eggplant, tomatoes, and peppers.
Marsha A says
I have never thought to broile my tofu. Another brilliant idea!
briwolin says
Haven’t broiled it–mine is a bit finicky but anxious to try!
Brittnie says
Whoa never thought to just broil the tofu! Great idea, will have to give this a shot.
gracefulcoffee says
I have never broiled my tofu before. Thanks for this recipe, I love BBQ!
Blessings,
Edye
Linda Szymoniak says
So far I’ve only used tofu right out of the package or sauted. I haven’t tried broiling it, but I have a new stove coming tomorrow and want to try that.
Margaret Clegg says
This recipe looks epic! I think we need to try this!
Cindy says
This is SO easy!
Luz says
I’ve never tried broiling anything, but this looks delicious!! 🙂
Christina Shoemaker says
BBQ sauce and pineapple sounds like such a yummy combo! And I love that you’ve shown your older photo and your new photo!
Cindy says
Thanks Christina, coming along with the photos for sure!
Jessica Formicola says
I love that tropical flavor! The perfect meal!
Cindy says
I agree! The tropical flavor is tasty!!
Molly Kumar says
This looks soooo amazing n I love that crispy-sticky pineapple sauce on the Tofu!!! I’ll be trying this soon.
Cindy says
So delicious! ENJOY!
Marisa Moore says
You might just change my mind about tofu with this recipe! Yum!
Cindy says
Ha! Give it a try, it is super good! Promise!
Heidy says
These Pineapple BBQ tofu look amazing interesting! Great idea to enhance the tofu!
Cindy says
Thank you!