If you tend to think of meat when it comes to grilling, here’s a recipe that will help you consider plant-based alternatives.

Vancouver’s Tractor at Home is providing this recipe for chili lime tofu that draws upon the sweet, salty, and spicy flavours of Southeast Asian cuisine.

Chili Lime Tofu

Ingredients

2 packages organic firm tofu

Marinade
75 grams roasted garlic
¼ cup avocado oil (or any other neutral oil you have on hand)
1.5 tablespoons sambal oelek chili paste
1 teaspoon salt
1.5 tablespoons agave
¾ cup lime juice
1.5 tablespoons tamari 

Instructions

Remove tofu from package and drain excess water.
Place tofu blocks on paper towels or a clean tea towel and gently squeeze out extra moisture.
Cut each block of tofu into 4 even slices.
Make the marinade by blending all remaining ingredients in a blender until smooth.
Lay tofu slices in an even layer in a container. Cover with marinade, lid, and place in fridge overnight.
To serve: preheat grill or grill pan until hot.
Grill tofu on both sides until crispy and warmed through. Enjoy!