I was craving wild rice the other day and was thinking about how I could use it in a main dish as well as using the grill outside. POP! An idea popped in my head and the end result....it totally hit the spot! My son gave me a high five. This has a very light tangy, savory & lightly sweet flavor. It's really perfect for a Spring evening.
Marinating Tofu:
- 1/2 block of extra-firm tofu or( I use Trader Joes that comes in a two pack-15oz, I use one pack)
- 4 Tbsp. Agave syrup
- 3 Tbsp. Soy Sauce or Bragg's liquid Aminos
- 1 1/2 tsp. brown rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- juice from 1 small orange
- 1/2 tsp. fresh thyme
In a small casserole dish mix all marinade ingredients except for tofu, set aside. Next, slice tofu into 5 pieces, then with a paper towel or clean cloth towel press down on each slice to get as much liquid as possible out. Add tofu slices to marinade and coat. Every half hour or so flip tofu so marinade coats it well. Marinade for at least 2 hours, the longer the better.
Wild Rice Medley:
Bring 2 cups water to a boil then add the wild rice medley, stir cover for 45 minutes or until done.
Veggies:
5 medium portobellos, thickly sliced
4 oz. snow peas, cut in half
1 1/4 cup brocolli, sliced
fresh thyme and oregano to taste
Slice portobellos and brush with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with sea salt. Set aside to grill.
In a small saucepan bring some water to a boil and blanch snow peas and brocolli, about 1-2 min. In a strainer rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
Heat bbq up and grill tofu and portobellos (reserve tofu marinade). This takes about 15-20 minutes. Dice tofu into bite sized pieces.
In a heat resistant bowl add the wild rice, snow peas, brocolli, portobellos, reserved marinade, thyme and oregano to taste. Stir thoroughly then add the tofu and gently stir. You can add a dash of salt if needed but unlikely.
Hope you enjoy we did!
So it's been sometime since my last post. It's just been so busy with family and friends visiting and us visiting family. I can't believe school will be starting at the end of August. Wow summer goes by so quickly. Anyways, here is my lunch that I threw together. Wild rice, garbanzo, kale, and tomato that I lightly sauteed with some Bragg's liquid amino's and garlic. Then I threw some avocado and sliced almonds. This was just so earthy and good tasting. I love that wholesome taste and it makes me feel so good!
My kitty Merlin turned 14 this month!!! He is such a good cat, we call him our cat-dog because he comes when you call him and he is so good with dogs. Not that he really plays with dogs but he won't run when they are around, he just could care less about those who are beneath him. hee hee. Anyways Happy Birthday Merlin! 
