These umami tofu bites offer a perfect balance of sweet, salty, spicy, and acidic flavors. Smoky grilled tofu, fresh vegetables, and aromatic seaweed create a unique and explosive flavor, making them an instant household staple.
1: Rinse off tofu blocks, then wrap in towels and place a cast iron pan on top for 30 mins.
2: Unwrap and cut each block into 8 small rectangles.
3: Blend marinade ingredients until creamy and pour over tofu. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
4: Wash and dry tofu, reserving some marinade.
5: Sear tofu pieces in an oiled cast iron pan over medium high heat on all sides.
6: Pour in reserved marinade and cook until absorbed.
7: Stack seared tofu, tomato, cucumber, and jalapeno in the middle of a nori strip.
8: Wet one edge of the nori, fold over the filling, and seal.
9: Serve with soy sauce for dipping and enjoy.
