Tofu Scramble with Vegetables (Printable)

Savory tofu scramble with turmeric, spinach and peppers — a quick, protein-rich vegan dish ready in 20 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Tofu

01 - 7 ounces firm tofu, drained and crumbled

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small onion, diced
03 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 3.5 ounces baby spinach, roughly chopped
05 - 1 small tomato, chopped (optional)

→ Spices & Flavorings

06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1/8 teaspoon black salt (kala namak) or regular salt, to taste
11 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh chives or parsley, chopped (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
02 - Add diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
03 - Add the crumbled tofu to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula for even texture.
04 - Sprinkle turmeric, cumin, garlic powder, black salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure the tofu is evenly coated and takes on a vibrant color.
05 - Incorporate baby spinach and tomato, if using. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until spinach is wilted and the mixture is heated through.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives or parsley.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • If you whisper a little black salt into the pan, suddenly it smells just like classic brunch—only lighter.
  • This scramble packs in protein and veggies so fast, it practically makes itself before your morning coffee is gone.
02 -
  • Once I dumped in cold tofu without draining it first and ended up steaming instead of scrambling—always press your tofu.
  • Stirring in spices early helps everything taste more cohesive instead of dusty.
03 -
  • Always let the tofu fry undisturbed for a minute before stirring—it builds a gentle crispness that changes everything.
  • Don’t skip black salt if you can find it; the transformation is almost magical.

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