Spicy Smoked Broccoli And Tofu

Spicy Smoked Broccoli And Tofu

Course :	BBQ
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	4

Ingredients:

2	tablespoons	brown rice vinegar
3	tablespoons	soy sauce
1	tablespoon	honey
2	tablespoons	sherry
1	teaspoon	ground mustard
1	teaspoon	red pepper flakes to taste
1	tablespoon	cornstarch or arrowroot
2	tablespoons	grated fresh ginger
2	cloves	garlic -- crushed and minced
1/4	cup	freshly minced scallions -- white part only
3/4	cup	water
1	pound	broccoli, trimmed and pared -- blanched
14	ounces	extra firm tofu cake -- sliced 1/2 inch thick
1	cup	raw white rice -- cooked

Preparation:

1. In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sherry, mustard, red pepper flakes, cornstarch or arrow root, ginger, garlic, scallions and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 7 minutes. 2. Marinate the broccoli and tofu in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator. Smoke at 215F until the tofu is warmed through and the broccoli is tender. About 30 - 45 minutes. 3. Drizzle the broccoli and tofu with the remaining sauce and serve over rice. NOTE: This can also be served over a vegetable fried rice with great results.