If you’re looking for an easy way to add more flavor and protein to a meal, this chutney marinated tofu is a great option. The tofu is cut into small, bite-sized pieces and coated in a fresh mint and cilantro chutney, olive oil, and salt.
The marinade gives the tofu a tangy, citrusy, slightly spicy flavor, while the olive oil adds moisture and helps the tofu develop some crispness when cooked.
This tofu is versatile too. You can air fry it, put it on the grill, use it in a salad, or simply add it to a sandwich. You can also prepare it ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to use it.
Why You’ll Love Chutney Marinated Tofu
Tofu is a simple way to add protein to a meal, especially when you’re having it as a main meal. But the marinade is what makes this version special.
The tofu absorbs the flavors of the mint and cilantro chutney, along with green peppers and avocado in the chutney. Olive oil adds a little moisture and helps the marinade coat the tofu nicely.
The result is tofu with a tangy, citrusy, spicy flavor and a lovely mouthfeel.
Ingredients
- Tofu
- About 2 tablespoons olive oil
- About 1/3 cup mint and cilantro chutney
- About 2 teaspoons salt
The mint and cilantro chutney contains mint, cilantro, green peppers, and avocado.
How to Make Chutney Marinated Tofu
Cut the Tofu
Start by chopping the tofu into small, bite-sized pieces.
There is no need to make the pieces complicated. Just cut the tofu into pieces that are easy to eat and will allow the marinade to coat them well.
Place the chopped tofu into a bowl.
Add the Olive Oil
Add about 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the tofu.
The olive oil adds a little crispness, moisture, and mouthfeel. It also helps the marinade take to the tofu nicely.
Mix the tofu and olive oil together.
Add the Chutney
Next, add about 1/3 cup of mint and cilantro chutney.
The chutney brings a lot of flavor to the tofu. It contains mint, cilantro, green peppers, and avocado.
Mix everything together so the tofu pieces are coated with the chutney.
The mixture should smell fresh and fragrant, with the mint, cilantro, and green peppers coming through.
Add the Salt
Add about 2 teaspoons of salt.
A little extra salt is important in a marinade because it helps the flavor soak into the tofu.
Mix everything together again, making sure the tofu is well coated.
At this point, the marinade should have a tangy, citrusy, and slightly spicy mouthfeel.
Let the Tofu Marinate
Once the tofu is coated, you can put it in the refrigerator and store it for later use.
If you want to use it sooner, it can be used after about an hour.
This makes the recipe particularly useful for preparing ahead. You can marinate the tofu and then decide how you want to use it later.
How to Cook Chutney Marinated Tofu
There are several ways to use the marinated tofu.
Air Fry It
The marinated tofu can be cooked in an air fryer. The olive oil helps give it some crispness as it cooks.
Put It on the Grill
You can also throw the marinated tofu on the grill.
The chutney marinade works well with grilling and gives the tofu plenty of flavor.
Add It to a Sandwich
Another simple option is to smush up the marinated tofu and put it into a sandwich.
The chutney gives the tofu a tangy, citrusy, spicy flavor that works well in a sandwich.
Add It to a Salad
You can also use this tofu in a salad. Since the recipe starts with tofu to add protein to a main meal, it makes a simple way to turn a salad into something more substantial.
Easy Chutney Marinated Tofu
This chutney marinated tofu is simple to prepare and gives tofu a lot of flavor with just a few ingredients.
The combination of mint and cilantro chutney, olive oil, and salt creates a marinade that is fresh, tangy, citrusy, and spicy. Once the tofu has had time to marinate, you can air fry it, grill it, add it to a salad, or use it in a sandwich.
You can prepare it ahead and keep it in the refrigerator, or use it after about an hour.
It is an easy way to add flavorful tofu and a little extra protein to your meal.
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