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Golden tofu bhurji scramble with tomatoes, spinach, cumin, cilantro, lemon, and toast
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Spiced Tofu Scramble with Cumin & Tomatoes

Crumbled firm tofu cooks with cumin, tomato, turmeric, and cilantro for a fast vegan bhurji-style breakfast.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 14 ounces firm tofu drained and crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 sliced scallions
  • 1 diced Roma tomato
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro
  • Lemon wedges
  • Black salt optional

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Press tofu briefly between towels, then crumble into irregular pieces.
  2. Heat oil over medium-high; bloom cumin 20 seconds, then cook scallions and tomato 2 minutes.
  3. Add turmeric and garam masala, then tofu and salt. Cook 3 minutes, stirring gently.
  4. Fold in spinach and cook until wilted and excess moisture evaporates.
  5. Finish with cilantro, lemon, and a small pinch of black salt if desired.

Notes

  • Measure ingredients before heating the pan.
  • Avoid crowding; use two batches when necessary.
  • Taste before adding final salt because packaged ingredients vary.
  • Cool meal-prep portions promptly in shallow containers.