1/2tspchili pastemore or less depending on heat preference
1/4cupcoconut milkoptional, to thin
Garnish
1tspsesame seedsto garnish
2tbspgreen onionssliced, optional
2tbspfresh cilantrochopped, optional
Instructions
The Morning Before
Drain the tofu block and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Place the wrapped tofu on a flat plate or cutting board and place a flat surface over the top (large plate, platter, cutting board) with 2 or 3 cans on top of it to gently press the water out. Let sit at least 15 minutes, up to an hour.
Mix the marinade ingredients in a small lidded container. Cut the tofu into 1.5 inch cubes or blocks and place in the marinade. Swish around to coat and refrigerate for at least an hour, or at most a few days.
Heat a griddle pan on medium high heat with a little oil. Place the tofu in and cook for a few minutes on each side until charred.
Pour over any remaining marinade over the top before flipping. Depending how big your pan is you may need to do it in two batches.
Sprinkle with some fresh coriander, chopped peanuts and peanut sauce!
Grilling the Skewers
Place the cubes on bamboo skewers, 3 or 4 per skewer, through the center of the cubes so they don't fall off.
Head a nonstick grill pan over medium heat and brush the sesame oil into the grooves. (Or use a regular nonstick pan but you won't get the pretty grill marks)
(Tip: Add the remainder of the tofu marinade to the peanut sauce to avoid wasting it!)
Carefully place the skewers on the hot oiled pan and allow to sizzle for 5-7 minutes before flipping. If the pan starts to smoke, it's too hot. If they aren't sizzling, it's not hot enough.
Rotate onto all sides, giving each side 4-5 minutes, until grilled to your liking.
Peanut Sauce
Add the sauce ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
Drizzle the peanut sauce over the skewers and garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro.