Recipes

Scrambled Tofu

Serves 2
10-15 minutes

This is a great alternative to scrambled eggs. One block of tofu (approx 250g) is enough for two people. It’s good on its own on toast – or add it to a big cooked breakfast!

• 1 block plain firm tofu (eg Cauldron from supermarkets or other brands from health stores)
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• ¼ tsp turmeric
• Salt and black pepper
• 4 slices wholemeal bread for toast
• Optional:
• pinch of chilli powder
• chopped spring onion

1. Remove the tofu from its wrapper and drain all the water out.
2. Pat dry using a clean tea towel and then squash it between two plates so that the excess water drains out.
3. Add one tbsp of oil to a frying pan and heat gently.
4. Add chopped onion.
5. Saute the onion for about 5 minutes, or until it starts to soften and brown.
6. Crumble in the tofu – it should be in small pieces about the size of peas.
7. Gently fry for a couple more minutes and add the turmeric (plus optional chilli and spring onion.
8. Season.
9. Make the toast and keep warm until tofu ready to serve.
10. Heap on toast and eat immediately.

Switching to scrambled tofu instead of the egg equivalent will immediately cut cholesterol and unhealthy fat levels.