Maple Pineapple Tofu Skewers

Prep time:    20 minutes

Cook time:  5-10 minutes

Cost:            ~$10

Makes:        4-6 servings

A sweet version of a tofu skewer, these are best straight from the oven and don’t take very long to cook. I suggest using real/pure maple syrup, though it costs more. Only add cayenne pepper if you like spice!

Most grocery stores have pineapple and tofu on sale pretty often, especially in the summer. You might also want to soak the skewers over night.

Ingredients:                                          Cost:                                     

-          1 pack of firm tofu                               $3

-          ½ cup maple syrup

-          6 skewers

-          Fruit and vegetables (optional)

o   1 pineapple                       $2.50

o   2 peaches                          $1

o   1 banana                           $0.50

o   1 red pepper                     $1.50

-          Spices (optional)

o   Cinnamon

o   Cayenne pepper

What to do:

1.      Mix maple syrup and spices

2.      Cut half of tofu into small squares and place in syrup

3.      Cut other fruit and vegetables up and mix into syrup

4.      Turn oven onto low grill

5.      Place tofu, fruit and vegetables onto skewers

6.      Place skewers on grill rack or baking pan and cook in oven for about 10 minutes, turning skewers when browned