Scrambled Tofu with Vegetables
This scrambled tofu with vegetables is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The tofu is crumbled and cooked until golden brown, then combined with sautéed onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms. A simple seasoning of salt, black pepper, and turmeric adds depth of flavor. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Scrambled tofu with vegetables is a dish that has been around for centuries. It is believed to have originated in China, where it was a popular way to use up leftover tofu. The dish is typically made with firm tofu, which is crumbled and then cooked in a wok or skillet with vegetables and seasonings. Scrambled tofu with vegetables is a versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It can also be served on its own or with rice, noodles, or vegetables. In this recipe, we use a combination of onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms, but you can use any vegetables that you like. We also use a simple seasoning of salt, black pepper, and turmeric, but you can adjust the seasonings to your taste.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 block tofu
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
Instructions
  1. Crumble the tofu into a bowl.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
  4. Add the mushrooms, salt, black pepper, and turmeric to the skillet and cook until the mushrooms are soft.
  5. Add the tofu to the skillet and cook until heated through.
  6. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • Crumbling the tofu creates a larger surface area, allowing it to brown more evenly and develop a more complex flavor.
  • Sautéing the vegetables in olive oil brings out their natural sweetness and caramelizes them slightly, adding depth of flavor to the dish.
  • The combination of salt, black pepper, and turmeric adds a savory and slightly spicy flavor to the dish.
  • Cooking the tofu until heated through ensures that it is cooked evenly and absorbs the flavors of the vegetables and seasonings.