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Grilled tofu with beetroot sauce
Nutritious tofu served with rich beetroot sauce and toasted sesame seeds

Grilled tofu with beetroot sauce

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Main Courses
Visual experience is part of gastronomy: the vibrant purple of the beetroot provides a dramatic background for the golden-brown fried tofu. The sweetness of the beetroot and the neutrality of the tofu are balanced by the freshness of dill and the nuttiness of sesame seeds. A light yet complex-tasting dish.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 330 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Blender or stick blender: For the sauce.
  • Griddle pan: For the grill marks.
  • Saucepan: For boiling the beetroot.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soya
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Peel and dice the beetroot, then boil in salted water until tender. Drain, but reserve a little of the cooking water.

Tip: The smaller you cut the beetroot, the faster it will cook.
2 ✓

Cut the tofu into thick slices. Brush with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and crushed garlic. Let stand for 10 minutes.

Tip: Use firm tofu that won't fall apart on the grill.
3 ✓

Blend the boiled beetroot until creamy with the lemon juice, fresh dill, a spoonful of olive oil, and a little cooking water if needed.

Tip: Lemon juice not only adds flavour but also helps preserve the vibrant colour of the beetroot.
4 ✓

Heat up the griddle pan. Grill the tofu slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until distinct dark stripes appear.

Tip: Do not move the slices while cooking, only when turning, to ensure neat grill marks.
5 ✓

Toast the sesame seeds in a dry frying pan until golden brown.

Tip: Toasting brings out the aroma of the seeds.
6 ✓

To serve, spread a portion of beetroot sauce on the plate, place the grilled tofu on top, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and extra dill.

Tip: Best served with warm tofu and room-temperature sauce.

Recipe FAQ

What can I use instead of dill?
If you don't like dill, parsley or a little thyme also pairs well with beetroot.
The sauce turned out too thick.
The water content of boiled beetroot varies. If the purée is too thick, loosen it with a little water or plant-based milk (e.g., coconut milk).

Ingredients

  • 300 g tofu
  • 200 g raw beetroot
  • 30 ml olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 20 ml lemon juice
  • 10 g fresh dill
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 15 g sesame seeds