Tom Yum Tofu Skewers

These Skewers are proof that tofu doesn’t have to be boring. Coated in a bold, aromatic tom yum sauce, each skewer delivers the perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and citrusy flavours. It’s a high-protein, flavour-forward dish that works just as well for a quick weeknight dinner as it does for casual entertaining. Simply skewer, coat, and cook — no marinating, no complicated steps.

⏱ Prep Time: 5 | 🍲 Cook Time: 10 mins | 👩 Servings: 1 | 🔥 Calories per serve: 697
🏷 Category: Mains 
🌍 Cuisine: Thai
✍️ Author: Saahil

Ingredients  

• 225g Firm Tofu 
• 3 tbsp SOS Tom yum paste 
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
  
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• Sesame seeds for garnish
  
• Skewer sticks

Method

1. Pat dry the tofu and cut into cubes of 1 inch. This should give you 9 cubes
2. Mix the SOS Tom yum paste with the soy sauce
3. Marinate the tofu with this mix. Sprinkle the salt on top
4. Thread the skewers with 3 pieces of tofu each
5. Heat a grill pan and add the oil
6. Once hot add the tofu skewers and let them char on high heat for 1 min on each side
7. Lower the heat and let the tofu cook for another 3 minutes
8. Remove from pan and sprinkle some sesame seeds as garnish
9. Serve hot with cucumber and a few slices of lemon
   

Tips

Serve with kimchi or papaya salad. You can airfry the tofu as well. And skip the skewers and add the tofu cubes straight to the pan.

Cook this at home with our Tom yum paste