Tofu Steaks with Pineapple Salsa

Ingredients

• 1 bunch cilantro
• 23 cup vegetable stems
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup ginger root minced
• 10 each garlic cloves
• 1 1/4 pounds tofu
• 1/2 each jalapeno pepper

Instructions

1. Chop remaining cilantro to make 1/2 C; set aside 1 tablespoon for salsa.
2. In medium-sized baking dish, combine chopped cilantro and next 6 ingredients; add tofu.
3. Marinate 2 hours at room temperature.
4. About 1 1/4 hours before serving, peel pineapple.
5. In serving bowl, combine pineapple, jalapeno pepper, and reserved 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro.
6. Prepare outdoor grill.
7. Lightly oil grill; place tofu on grill over medium heat; reserve marinade.
8. Grill tofu until lightly browned, brushing frequently with marinade and turning once with a pancake turner.
9. Serve tofu with pineapple mixture.
10. Garnish with cilantro and avocado if desired.