Greek Tofu Marinade
A simple Greek tofu marinade that adds an incredible flavor to tofu. Add this marinated tofu salads, pasta, wraps, and more. This is a healthy recipe suitable for vegans and vegetarians, it is also dairy-free and gluten-free.
ESTIMATED COST : $1.80 or $0.90 a serve
Equipment
- Tofu press, optional
- Medium size zip lock bag or container with a lid for marinating.
Ingredients
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) firm, or extra firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Optional: If you want the tofu to have a firmer, meatier texture, you can press it before marinating - see notes below.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes and place them into a shallow dish or a zip-lock bag.
- Pour the marinade over the tofu and toss to coat.
- Cover the dish or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the tofu on each side for 3-4 minutes or until it is browned and heated through.
- Serve the tofu with your choice of sides and enjoy!
Notes
How to press tofu
- Remove the tofu from its packaging and drain off any excess liquid.
- Place the tofu onto a plate lined with a folded length of absorbent paper or a folded dishcloth.
- Place the tofu on top of the absorbent paper on the plate and add another layer of absorbent paper to the top.
- Place a flat plate or tray on top of the tofu.
- Place weight onto the plate. The weight should be large enough and heavy enough to press evenly over the top of the tofu without crushing it.
- Let the tofu sit for about 30 minutes. If the towels get too wet, you may need to replace them with fresh ones and continue pressing.