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Tofu Scramble Breakfast Tacos

Crumbled firm tofu seasoned with turmeric, cumin, and nutritional yeast scrambles up into a savory, egg-like filling loaded with peppers and onions, wrapped in warm corn tortillas.

30 minEasyServes 4310 cal/serving

MexicanBreakfastStovetopVeganVegetarianDairy-FreeEgg-FreeGluten-Free

Ingredients

  • 14 oz firm tofu, drained, pressed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 2 tsp tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 8 corn tortillas (6-inch), warmed
  • 1/2 cup fresh salsa or pico de gallo
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Crumble 14 oz drained, pressed firm tofu into rough pieces resembling scrambled eggs.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 diced bell pepper and 1/2 diced red onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Add 2 cloves minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds. Add the crumbled firm tofu to the pan.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle 1/2 tsp ground turmeric, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 2 tbsp nutritional yeast, and 1/2 tsp salt over the tofu. Drizzle with 2 tsp tamari (gluten-free soy sauce).

  5. 5

    Cook, stirring and folding frequently, for 5-7 minutes until the tofu is lightly browned and any moisture has evaporated.

  6. 6

    Warm the 8 warmed corn tortillas (6-inch) directly over a gas burner or in a dry skillet. Fill each tortilla with the tofu scramble and top with 1 sliced avocado, 1/2 cup fresh salsa or pico de gallo, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.

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