South Western Tofu Scramble

4 servings

Vegan Diet, Vegetarian Diet, American Sautéing

Need an alternative to scrambled eggs? Try this flavorful vegan alternative that is full of spice and veggies to make a truly filling meal.

MaggieMarie21 Rising Start

September 18, 2024

20 min.
30 min.
1/5

Ingredients:

Ingredients

14 OZ of extra firm tofu
Optionally: 1 TSP of ground turmeric (for color only)
½ TSP of chili powder (seasoning)
½ TSP of ground cumin
1 clove of garlic - peeled and grated (or pressed)
salt (to taste)
ground pepper (to taste)
3 tomatoes of your choice - diced
2 TBSP of cooking oil (any kind) (adjust if needed)
1 red bell peppers - finely chopped
Optionally: 1 TBSP of jalapeno peppers (chili) (spicy)
1/4 cup of chives - finely chopped

Tools:

1x Measuring Cups
1x Measuring Spoons
1x Chef’s knife
1x Cutting Board
2x Mixing Bowls
1x non-stick pan
1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula
1x Small Hand Grater or Garlic Press

Directions:

1. Prep the Tofu:

Remove tofu from its’ package.
Drain excess liquid.
Place tofu into a mixing bowl and crumble with your hands.

2. Combine the Seasoning:

In another bowl, add:

Tumeric
Cumin
Chili powder
Salt
Pepper
Zested garlic

Stir all together.

3. Combine Seasoning & Tofu:

Add the seasoning mixture to the bowl with tofu and using a spatula, coat the tofu.

4. Prep the Vegetables:

Dice the three tomatoes.
Dice the red bell pepper.
Dice the jalapeno pepper.
Chop the chives.

5. Saute the Tofu:

Saute the tofu on medium-high, heat vegetable oil in a non-stick pan.
Add the tofu mixture into the pan and stir off and on for approximately 5 minutes.

6. Add Vegetables:

Add into the frying pan:

Diced tomatoes
Diced jalapeno peppers
Diced red bell peppers

Stir consistently for a few minutes until all are thoroughly combined and sauteed.

7. Plate & Serve:

Plate tofu mixture and top with chopped chives.

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