Vegetarian Juicy Pork Kebab

Satisfy your cravings for smoky, savory kebabs with these irresistible Vegetarian Juicy Pork Kebabs! This plant-based twist on a classic favorite combines firm tofu, chickpeas, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin to create a rich, meaty texture that perfectly mimics traditional ground pork. Enhanced with liquid smoke, soy sauce, and barbecue sauce, these skewers are bursting with bold, BBQ-inspired flavor. Colorful chunks of bell pepper and juicy cherry tomatoes add a fresh, vibrant touch, making them as visually appealing as they are delicious. Quick to prepare and ready in just 45 minutes, this vegetarian kebab recipe is perfect for grilling on a stovetop pan and serves as a satisfying main dish that’s ideal for parties, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. Serve hot from the grill with your favorite dipping sauce or over a crisp salad for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams firm tofu
• 1 can (400 grams) chickpeas
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons barbecue sauce
• 1 medium, diced red onion
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large, cut into chunks bell pepper
• 12 whole cherry tomatoes
• 8 pieces wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

Begin by pressing the tofu: Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel, place it on a flat surface, and put a heavy skillet or pan on top. Let it sit for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the chickpeas from the can. In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, pressed tofu, liquid smoke, soy sauce, barbecue sauce, diced red onion, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and cornstarch. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture in the food processor until it is well combined but still slightly chunky, mimicking the texture of ground pork.

Step 4

Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking and shape the mixture into small, round patties that are about bite-sized.

Step 5

Thread the shaped 'pork' patties onto wooden skewers, alternating with chunks of bell pepper and whole cherry tomatoes.

Step 6

Heat a grill pan over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, place the skewers in the pan.

Step 7

Cook the skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they start to brown and get crispy on the edges, ensuring you turn them gently to cook evenly.

Step 8

Once cooked through, remove the skewers from the pan and let them rest for a minute before serving.

Step 9

Serve the vegetarian kebabs hot, perhaps with a side of dipping sauce or over a bed of salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1475.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1595.8

Total Fat 59.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2998.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.2g	0%
Total Sugars 57.2g
Protein 87.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 946.2mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 3150.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.9%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 47.3%