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Charred Tofu with jerk and allspice

The kind of Caribbean plate you make on repeat. jerk and allspice, a proper char, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.7 from 1,158 cooks
Prep10 min
Cook15 min
Serves2
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Charred Tofu with jerk and allspice
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the jerk and allspice elements, and pat the tofu dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the firm tofu and char until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the scotch bonnet and the rest of the jerk and allspice flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the broccoli along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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