These Smoked BBQ Tofu Skewers are smoky, savory, and packed with backyard barbecue flavor. The tofu is marinated until deeply seasoned, slowly smoked for rich color and texture, then finished over high heat with a glossy sweet-and-spicy barbecue glaze. Even dedicated meat lovers may be surprised by how satisfying these skewers are.

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•   1 14-16 oz extra-firm tofu
•   1 cup marinade
•   8-10 skewers
•   1/4 cup barbecue sauce
•   2 tbsp hot sauce
•   1 tbsp honey
•   1 tbsp chives (chopped)

Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Directions

1. Press the TOFU to remove as much excess moisture as possible. This helps the tofu absorb the marinade and develop a firmer texture while smoking.
2. Prepare your preferred MARINADE in a large mixing bowl.
3. Cut the pressed tofu into uniform ½-INCH CUBES so the pieces cook evenly.
4. Add the tofu cubes to the marinade and gently toss until every piece is evenly coated.
5. Cover the bowl and allow the tofu to marinate for at least 30 MINUTES. For deeper flavor, refrigerate it for several hours.
6. Thread the marinated tofu cubes onto SKEWERS, leaving a small amount of space between the pieces.
7. Preheat the smoker to 275°F.
8. Place the tofu skewers in the smoker and cook for 1 TO 1½ HOURS, or until the tofu develops a rich smoky color and firmer exterior.
9. Transfer the skewers to a hot grill and cook briefly over direct heat to char and caramelize the outside.
10. In a small bowl, combine the HOT SAUCE, HONEY, and BARBECUE SAUCE until smooth.
11. Brush the sauce mixture generously over the tofu while it grills, turning the skewers as needed so the glaze caramelizes evenly.
12. Remove the skewers from the grill once the tofu is hot, lightly charred, and coated in a glossy barbecue glaze.
13. Garnish with chopped CHIVES and serve immediately.