Instructions: SERVES 4 TO 6

Tofu is easy to prepare on the grill, provided you take the time to press out the excess moisture. Grilling on a vegetable grill rack will ensure that the tofu doesnt fall apart and into the fire. A light coating of oil will yield a nice crust. But grilled tofu alone is boring, so plan to make a mushroom gravy or serve with a soy-based dipping sauce, such as Teriyaki Marinade and Dipping Sauce (see separate recipe).

1. Wrap the tofu in a clean cotton kitchen towel. Place a heavy weight on top (such as a cutting board weighted with a heavy juice can). Set aside for at least 30 minutes to allow the excess water to drain from the tofu.

2. Prepare a medium-hot fire in the grill with a lightly oiled vegetable grill rack in place.

3. Slice each block of tofu into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Combine the soy sauce and oil and brush on the tofu.

4. Grill the tofu until browned and a slight crust forms, about 5 minutes per side. Serve hot.

Variations

Basic Grilled Marinated Tofu. Replace the soy sauce and oil with 1/2 cup Chinese Soy-Black Bean Marinade and Dressing (see separate recipe) or Spicy Chinese Marinade and Dressing (see separate recipe). Pour over the sliced tofu and let sit for about 30 minutes to allow the marinade to be absorbed.

Then grill as above.

Teriyaki Tofu. Replace the soy sauce and oil with 1/2 cup Teriyaki Marinade and Dipping Sauce (see separate recipe). Brush onto the sliced tofu, then grill as above. Additional marinade can be served as a dipping sauce at the table.

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