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Ingredients
Grilled Tofu with Brussels Sprouts
- For grilled tofu
- 14 ozs Tofu
- 2 Tbsps Canola oil
- 1 tsp Curry powder
- 1 generous pinch ground Turmeric
- 1 generous pinch grated Organic lemon zest
- 3 ozs Nut (Hazelnuts and cashews)
- ground paprika
- For Brussels Sprouts
- 10 ozs Brussels sprouts
Rinse, trim and halve Brussel sprouts. Cook sprouts in salted simmering water until al dente, about 15 minutes. Rinse and drain. Heat grill.
Cut tofu into approximately 1/2-inch thick slices. Mix oil with curry, turmeric, and lemon zest and brush mixture on tofu slices. Toast nuts in a dry frying pan, stirring, until fragrant. Place tofu slices on grill and cook until golden-brown, 2-3 minutes per side.
Peel and finely chop garlic. Melt butter in a pan and fry garlic until golden. Add Brussels sprouts and orange zest, and cook briefly, stirring. Add broth and cook until hot, 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Divide tofu slices among plates and sprinkle with paprika and nuts. Serve brussel sprouts on the side.
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
| Calorie | 312 cal. | (15 %) | ||
| Protein | 25 g | (26 %) | ||
| Fat | 21 g | (18 %) | ||
| Carbohydrates | 7 g | (5 %) | ||
| Sugar added | 0 g | (0 %) | ||
| Roughage | 6.8 g | (23 %) |
Healthy, because
This satiating vegetarian entree is a great source of fiber and plant protein thanks to the grilled tofu.
Even smarter
If you're not vegetarian, feel free to substitute to the grilled tofu for grilled chicken.