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Garlic parmesan tofu skewers brushed with garlic parmesan butter and garnished with parsley, red chili flakes, and grated parmesan.

Garlic Parmesan Tofu Skewers

Ashley
These Garlic Parmesan Tofu Skewers are made with marinated tofu that’s grilled to perfection and slathered in a delicious garlic-parmesan butter. They’re crispy on the edges, juicy in the center, and totally addicting! Perfect for Backyard BBQs or a summer dinner.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Lunch/Dinner, Main, Main Course, Meal Prep
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 12 cloves fresh minced garlic, divided
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 ½ teaspoons pepper, divided
  • 2 16-ounce blocks of super firm tofu, torn into 2”- inch pieces
  • 6 tablespoons vegan butter, melted
  • ½ cup grated vegan parmesan
  • ¼ cup fresh minced parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon red chili flakes, optional

Instructions
 

  • Before starting, if using wooden skewers, make sure to them in water for at least 30 minutes to avoid burning.
  • In a bowl, mix nutritional yeast, olive oil, 8 cloves minced garlic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper until combined.
  • Add tofu pieces and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (preferably 2 to 3 hours).
  • Meanwhile, mix melted vegan butter with vegan parmesan, parsley, garlic powder, and red chili flakes until combined. Set aside.
  • Preheat grill to medium heat and cook skewers, turning occasionally until golden and crisp around the edges, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Brush or drizzle the butter and parmesan mixture over skewers while still hot.
  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley and an extra dusting of vegan Parmesan. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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Notes

To Bake:

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Place assembled skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy on the edges.
  4. Brush with the garlic parmesan butter mixture immediately after baking while still hot.
Tip: For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2–3 minutes—just keep a close eye on them!
 

To Air-Fry:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange the skewers in a single layer in the basket (you may need to work in batches).
  3. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until browned and crisp.
  4. While still hot, brush or drizzle with the garlic parmesan butter mixture and garnish with parsley.
Note: Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may want to use shorter skewers or remove the tofu from the sticks before air frying and re-skewer for serving.
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