Tofu Scramble
Ingredients
- • 400 g firm tofu
- • 30 ml olive oil
- • 150 g onion, diced
- • 150 g bell pepper, diced
- • 2 cloves garlic, minced
- • 30 g nutritional yeast
- • 5 g turmeric powder
- • 2.5 g cumin powder
- • 2.5 g smoked paprika
- • 15 ml soy sauce or tamari
- • 150 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- • 100 g fresh spinach
- • 1 sprinkle black pepper to taste
- • 1 sprinkle salt to taste
- • 30 g green onions, sliced
Instructions
- 1
Drain the tofu and press it between paper towels or a clean kitchen towel for 5 minutes to remove excess moisture. Crumble it into bite-sized pieces with your hands or a fork.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
Add the crumbled tofu to the skillet, breaking up any large chunks. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Sprinkle in the turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika, stirring well to coat the tofu evenly. The turmeric will give it that golden, egg-like color.
- 6
Add the nutritional yeast and soy sauce, mixing thoroughly. Cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- 7
Toss in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until they start to soften.
- 8
Add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- 9
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
- 10
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot with toast, avocado, or your favorite breakfast sides.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"This vibrant tofu scramble is my go-to for a protein-packed breakfast that even skeptics love—the nutritional yeast adds a savory, almost cheesy depth while turmeric gives it that classic scrambled egg color. Serve it with warm toast or wrapped in a tortilla, and don't skip the fresh spinach for that perfect wilted texture."
