Vegan Grilled Vietnamese Lemongrass Tofu Skewers

Ingredients

• For the Tofu Skewers:

• 1 block extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 1 Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

• For the Lemongrass Marinade:

• 2 stalks lemongrass, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
• 1 Juice of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for brushing while grilling)
• 1 Salt and black pepper, to taste

• For Serving:

• 1 Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 Sliced cucumber
• 1 Cooked rice or rice noodles (optional)