What is it about eating food with your hands? It must be a primal thing but somehow I find that it always tastes better. These tofu vegetable skewers are one such dish that I especially enjoy eating with my hands. While this recipe walks you through the broiler method, these are great cooked on a barbecue, as the smoky flavor really adds to the already tasty skewers.
This recipe was excerpted from ‘The Complete Chinese Takeout Cookbook’ by Kwoklyn Wan. Buy the full book on Amazon. Get more recipes for veggie skewers here →
What you’ll need
Bamboo Paddle Skewers
$10 $9 At Amazon
Chile Bean Sauce
$11 At Amazon
Vegetable Oil
$4 At Amazon
Tomato Paste
$10 At Amazon
Granulated Sugar
$11 At Amazon
Light Soy Sauce
$20 At Amazon
Medium-Firm Tofu
$2 At Weee!
Recipe information
Yield
Serves 4
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
If using wooden skewers, it’s a good idea to soak them in warm water for about 10 minutes before cooking to stop them from burning.
Step 2
Combine the chili bean sauce, oil, tomato paste, sugar, and soy sauce in a bowl.
Step 3
Preheat your broiler to medium-high. Thread the tofu, baby corn, and red pepper cubes onto the skewers and brush with the chile bean sauce mixture. I’d recommend 2 skewers per person. Lay on a baking tray and place under the broiler for 8–10 minutes, turning frequently and brushing with more sauce (this will build up a tasty layer).
Step 4
Once browned all over, tender, and covered in sauce, transfer the skewers to a serving plate.
Recipe notes
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