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A skillet full of Tofu Bhurji made with Indian curry and diced zucchini, red peppers, and spinach.
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Tofu Bhurji (Curried Tofu Scramble)

A curried tofu scramble with vegetables cooked with Indian-style spices.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Indian
Keyword curried tofu scramble, Indian tofu scramble, tofu Bhurji
Diet Gluten-Free Option, High Protein, Nut-Free, Vegan
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 199kcal
Author Monica Davis

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons light olive oil
  • 1 small onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger root
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or more for a spicier dish
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup zucchini diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (14-oz) package firm tofu
  • 2 cups baby spinach
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Instructions

  • Drain and press 1 (14-oz) container of firm or extra tofu.
  • In a large skillet or pot, add 2 tablespoons of oil, a small diced onion, minced garlic, minced ginger, curry powder, turmeric, and red pepper flakes, and warm the aromatics over low heat in the oil for 5 minutes, until fragrant and the onions are soft.
  • Turn up the heat to medium, add 2 cups of vegetables of choice (I use 1 cup red pepper and 1 cup zucchini), sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and sauté for about 2 more minutes.
  • Crumble the drained and pressed tofu into the frying pan and mix well with the vegetables and spices.
  • Sprinkle the tofu with another 1/2 teaspoon of salt and cook the tofu scramble for 3-5 more minutes until heated through. Toss in 2 cups of chopped baby spinach and allow it to wilt. Top with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley if desired, and serve it hot with some bread or naan on the side, or wrap in a tortilla or flatbread.

Notes

  • Warm the onions, garlic, and spices in the oil for at least 5 minutes before adding the additional vegetables and tofu, to allow the spices to bloom.
  • Add or take away whatever vegetables you want to make it your own.
  • Add more red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to make it spicier if desired.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 299mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2682IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 191mg | Iron: 3mg