Tofu Scramble Plant-Based Alternative (Printer-Friendly)

Savory crumbled tofu with vegetables and aromatic spices, ready in 22 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Tofu

01 - 14 ounces firm tofu, drained and pressed

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
05 - 1 medium tomato, diced

→ Spices & Flavorings

06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon kala namak (black salt), optional
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

→ Additional

13 - 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
14 - 2 tablespoons non-dairy milk, optional
15 - Fresh chives or parsley, chopped for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Crumble the tofu into bite-sized pieces using your hands or a fork and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
03 - Add red bell pepper and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Stir in the crumbled tofu, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, black salt if using, regular salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the tofu evenly with spices.
05 - Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the tofu is heated through and slightly golden.
06 - Add tomato and spinach, and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomato softens.
07 - Stir in nutritional yeast and non-dairy milk if using for extra flavor and creaminess.
08 - Adjust seasoning to taste. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in plant-based protein to keep you fueled all morning.
  • Packed with nutrient-dense vegetables like spinach and bell peppers.
  • Completely vegan and gluten-free, catering to various dietary needs.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 22 minutes.
02 -
  • Use firm tofu that has been properly drained and pressed to ensure the best texture and spice absorption.
  • Add the non-dairy milk at the very end to achieve a creamier, less dry scramble.
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