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Masala Tofu Scramble

Masala Tofu Scramble

This Masala Tofu Scramble will make you feel like you’re having authentic Indian / Pakistani food right at home! It’s packed with flavor and will leave you feeling so satisfied! Plus, it’s super easy to make, you just need some tofu and basic spices!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

Tofu

  • 1 block extra-firm organic tofu

Spices

  • 1 tsp red chili powder optional
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tbsp dried chives

Vegetables

  • 5 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red bell pepper
  • ½ onion, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms optional
  • 4 curry leaves optional
  • Large handful spinach
  • 2 green chilis optional
  • Cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Open the tofu package and drain the water. Wrap it in a paper towel, and place something heavy on top for 20-30 minutes.
  • Chop up your veggies and set aside.
  • Mix you spices and herbs in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Heat a little oil in a non- stick pan on medium heat
  • Once hot, crumble up the tofu. Let it cook until it starts to lightly brown but stir every 2-3 minutes to make sure the tofu doesn’t burn.
  • Add in your veggies once the tofu is lightly brown. Keep cooking until the tofu turns more brown and the veggies have slightly softened.
  • Add in your spices and stir well to make sure everything is coated.Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add in the spinach (and cilantro) is using and sauté until the spinach wilts and the scramble is very fragrant.
  • Enjoy!
Keyword breakfast, Gluten free, lunch, Tofu