Last Updated on April 20, 2021 by Babita
Tofu Oatmeal Kebabs are not only healthy, but wonderful meatless options for those who are vegans and vegetarians. With minimum ingredients, not only are these kebabs easy to make, you can eat them guilt-free.
Tofu Oatmeal Kebabs is mildly spicy yet flavorful, with soft as well as chewy texture. The softness of tofu pairs well with the chewy texture of oatmeal.
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About Tofu-Oatmeal Kebabs
This recipe was given to me by my friend Swati. I had to opportunity to eat it at her house one day and loved it. I was surprised that the ingredient list was this kebabs recipe was so minuscule and basic. Since then, I always make it when I need something quick.
If you have always wondered about tofu recipes and what to make with tofu, I would recommend you to try out this recipe. You will be truly surprised. It is also a wonderful oil-free kebab recipe.
This recipe is so easy to make that I did not include step-by-step pictures. However, you can check out my video in the recipe card below or watch it on Youtube (click here).
Ingredients for Kebabs
1 container (15 oz) firm or extra firm tofu
1/2 cup regular oats
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
Explanation of Ingredients
Extra Firm Tofu: I use extra-firm tofu for this recipe. You can substitute it with firm tofu. However, do not use soft tofu, as that will completely fall apart when mixing with other ingredients.
Garlic powder: garlic powder adds a well needed flavor as well as aroma to this recipe. If you don’t have garlic powder, you can substitute it with 11/2 tsp of chopped garlic.
Bread Crumbs: bread crumbs help bind these kebabs. If you don’t have bread crumbs, you can add 2 slices of bread and run it in a blender. However, use only 1/2 cup.
Chili Powder: is to give this kebabs some heat. However, with the amount of chili powder I have included, these kebabs are not very spicy. You can add more chili powder if you wish.
How to Make Tofu Oatmeal Kebabs
- Drain all the liquid from the tofu. Press it further to remove all additional liquid.
- In a mixing bowl, crumble up the tofu.
- Powder or grind the oats and set aside. This step is not necessary if you use quick oats.
- To the mixing bowl, add oats, salt, garlic powder, chilli powder, breadcrumbs and mix them all together.
- Form them into the shape you want.
- Line up a baking tray with parchment paper. Place the kebabs on the tray.
- Bake it in the oven at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and set it aside for about 2 mins.
- Serve with some coriander chutney or tomato chutney.
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Tofu Oatmeal Kebabs - Great Option for Meatless Kebabs
Tofu Oatmeal Kebabs are not only healthy but wonderful meatless options for those who are vegans and vegetarians. With minimum ingredients not only are these kebabs easy to make you can eat them guilt free.
Ingredients
- 1 container (15 oz) firm or extra firm tofu
- 1/2 cup regular oats
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain all the liquid from the tofu. Press it further to remove all additional liquid.
- In a mixing bowl, crumble up the tofu.
- Powder or grind the oats and set aside. This step is not necessary if you use quick oats.
- To the mixing bowl, add oats, salt, garlic powder, chilli powder, breadcrumbs and mix them all together.
- Form them into the shape you want.
- Line up a baking tray with parchment paper. Place the kebabs on the tray.
- Bake it in the oven at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and set it aside for about 2 mins.
- Serve with some coriander chutney or tomato chutney
Nutrition Information
Yield 15 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 31Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 52mgCarbohydrates 5gFiber 1gSugar 0gProtein 2g
BabsProjects.com provides nutritional information as a courtesy and is an estimate only. This information comes from online calculators. Although BabsProjects.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, please remember these are estimates only.
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Tofu Oatmeal Kebabs sound great to me! I love both. I’ve already pinned this. Thanks for the recipe!
I need to try making these too! 🙂
Wow! I never thought of eating tofu before but might want to try this one soon.
This is an interesting combination for a recipe. I love both ingredients but haven’t tried them in this way… I will.
I love tofu so much… it’s my favorite food by far. I’d love to give this a go. It looks so yummy and crunchy!
Never tried Tofu…would love to try this variety
These sound really good! Tofu is so versatile if you know how to prepare it. The chili powder will add a nice kick!
Interesting! I’ve had kebabs before but never tofu ones! Would have to try it to know for sure if I like it or not!!
Initially I thought they were fried and was surprised that they are actually baked. Coolness! It would be interesting to transform tofu this way. 😀
Ohh they sounds nice, would you believe it if I said I don’t think I have ever had tofu?
I’m so not a fan of tofu but I really want to try new foods. So I’ll give this a shot. If anything, at least I know a few friends who will like the next time we have a gathering!
I have never had tofu! Definitely on my list of things to try. This looks very tasty!
Interesting recipe. Tofu is not a favorite but I think this would be a great way to try it.
This sounds like a good recipe! I actually like tofu already, but I don’t know many ways to prepare it.
My family (mostly my kids) isn’t big on tofu, but I betcha if I made it for the like this, they would gobble it up. I might just have to try it.
I don’t care for tofu but have a friend who loves it. This would be right up her alley.
So interesting! I usually only eat tofu in one recipe, but I have some leftover so I might give this a try. I have all of the ingredients on hand, thanks for giving me an idea for dinner tonight.
I usually say “No” to tofu also, just never have learned to enjoy it. This looks enough like hot wings to maybe trick my stomach!
I’ve never gotten use to eating tofu not sure why maybe it’s because I can never cook it to taste good.
I have to share this with my daughter. She’s a vegetarian and is always looking for new recipes. She would love to try this.
I’m not a fan of Tofu either – but I’m willing to take the challenge and give it a try… Perhaps the sauce will make them super yummy as well!