Coconut Curry Tofu Skewers on the Grill
Coconut Curry Tofu Skewers on the Grill feature smoky, char-kissed tofu infused with creamy coconut and warm curry spices, brightened by a hint of serrano heat. The yogurt-coconut marinade keeps each bite tender and aromatic, with ginger and garlic adding depth. Serve these skewers at a summer cookout or casual weeknight dinner with a tangy cilantro chutney for a fresh finish.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Coconut Curry Tofu Skewers on the Grill, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 18
- Heart Health
- 82
- Metabolic
- 44
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Slice the tofu lengthwise into 8 rectangles, each 1/2 inch thick. Wrap the pieces in several layers of paper towels and place a heavy pan on top for about 30 minutes to press out excess liquid.
- 2
Place a large resealable bag in a shallow dish. In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, coconut milk, oil, serrano pepper, honey, garlic, ginger, curry powder, and salt. Add the tofu and the yogurt marinade to the bag, seal it, and turn to coat all the tofu pieces. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to low heat (225 degrees F to 250 degrees F / 107 degrees C to 120 degrees C). Generously oil the grill grates four times. (Well-greased grill grates are essential for this recipe.)
- 4
Take the tofu out of the marinade and let the excess drip off. Reserve the marinade for brushing. Thread the tofu lengthwise onto skewers.
- 5
Grill the kebabs, covered, turning halfway through, for 20 minutes, and generously brush with the reserved marinade during the last 3 minutes of grilling. Serve the kebabs with chutney for dipping.
- Calories 365.33 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 12.31 g Good Source 25%
- Carbohydrate 34.54 g 13%
- Total Fat 19.12 g High 25%
- Saturated Fat 4.17 g High 21%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 3.05 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 1074.42 mg High 47%
- Dietary Fiber 6.59 g Good Source 24%
- Total Sugars 6.18 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 335.12 mg Good Source 26%
- Iron 3.57 mg Moderate 20%
- Potassium 138.31 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 75.69 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 28.41 mg Good Source 32%
- Vitamin D 0.16 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Soy 🌱
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Coconut Curry Tofu Skewers on the Grill is made with 11 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Coconut Milk, Coriander Chutney, Curry Powder, and Extra Firm Tofu. Each serving provides about 365.33 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Coconut Curry Tofu Skewers on the Grill made of?
- The main ingredients are Coconut Milk, Coriander Chutney, Curry Powder, Extra-Firm Tofu, Fresh Ginger. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Coconut Curry Tofu Skewers on the Grill?
- About 45 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 365.33 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Coconut Curry Tofu Skewers on the Grill easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Coconut Curry Tofu Skewers on the Grill healthy?
- Coconut Curry Tofu Skewers on the Grill has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 365.33 calories and 12.31 g of protein, or 25% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1074.42 mg (47% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.17 g (21% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Soy and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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