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Fiery Caribbean Jerk Tofu Skewers with Pineapple Salsa

Name: Fiery Caribbean Jerk Tofu Skewers with Pineapple Salsa
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 500g firm tofu, cut into cubes; 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks; 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks; 1 red onion, cut into wedges; Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes; 1 cup pineapple, diced; 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped; 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced; Juice of 1 lime; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; Salt, to taste

These vibrant tofu skewers, marinated in a spicy jerk seasoning and grilled to perfection, are complemented by a bright and juicy pineapple salsa.

4.7(688 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 24, 2025

Fiery Caribbean Jerk Tofu Skewers with Pineapple Salsa — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Jerk Marinade

For the Tofu Skewers

For the Pineapple Salsa

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 319 kcal
Protein: 15.7 g
Carbs: 19.95 g
Fat: 21.3 g
Fiber: 3.95 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1277 kcal
Protein: 62.8 g
Carbs: 79.8 g
Fat: 85.2 g
Fiber: 15.8 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1/4 cup soy sauce	35	5	4	0.1	0
1/4 cup olive oil	480	0	0	54	0
3 cloves garlic minced	12	0.6	2.7	0	0.2
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated	5	0.1	1	0	0.1
2 tablespoons jerk seasoning	20	0.3	3	0.6	0.9
1 tablespoon lime juice	3	0	1	0	0.1
1 teaspoon brown sugar	17	0	4.4	0	0
500g firm tofu cut into cubes	500	52	14	30	5
1 red bell pepper cut into chunks	30	1	7	0.1	2.5
1 green bell pepper cut into chunks	24	1	6	0.2	2
1 red onion cut into wedges	45	1.3	10	0.1	1.6
Wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup pineapple diced	78	0.8	21	0.2	2.3
1/4 cup red onion finely chopped	11	0.3	2.5	0	0.5
1 jalapeño seeded and diced	4	0.1	1	0	0.4
Juice of 1 lime	12	0.2	4	0	0.1
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Tofu

1
Make the jerk marinade
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, ginger, jerk seasoning, lime juice, and brown sugar.
2
Marinate the tofu
Place tofu cubes in a large zip-lock bag or container. Pour the marinade over the tofu, seal, and gently mix to coat.
3
Refrigerate
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Tip: For optimal flavor, marinate the tofu overnight.

Preparing the Pineapple Salsa

1
Combine salsa ingredients
Combine pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro in a medium-sized bowl.
2
Season and chill
Stir to mix well and season with salt. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Tip: Use fresh pineapple for maximum flavor contrast.

How to Make Fiery Caribbean Jerk Tofu Skewers with Pineapple Salsa

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Skewer Assembly
Thread marinated tofu, red and green bell peppers, and red onion alternately onto the soaked skewers.
2
Grilling Skewers
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and heated through.
3
Salsa Preparation
Before serving, give the pineapple salsa a final stir to ensure even distribution of flavors.