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Why Tofu instead of Eggs? Tofu is high in protein, calcium, B vitamins, low in fat, and easy to digest. It also mimics the flavor of whatever you add to it. Scrambled tofu is a great alternative to scrambled eggs. Eggs are high in saturated fat and bad cholesterol plus traditional scrambled eggs are made with butter and cream. Scrambled tofu is definitely one of my outside-of-the-box favorites for people who want to start taking one small step to improve their health and cooking skills.

"How did you make the tofu taste like eggs?" Everyone that has tasted my recipe for scrambled tofu has asked me this question.  You will be surprised how easy it is to make this tasty and healthy alternative to scrambled eggs. Just follow my step-by-step instructions below.

Shopping List for Scrambled Tofu Recipe:

I love to shop at Trader Joes where the food is inexpensive and many organic options are available. There are locations in Livermore, Pleasanton, and San Ramon. If you cannot find the spice Turmeric at Trader Joes, it can be found at any grocery store.

1 Package of Tofu
1 Green Pepper- Diced
1/2 large Onion- Diced
1/2 cup Spinach- Finely Chopped
2 - 3 Tablespoons Parmesan Cheese (optional)
1/2 teaspoon Turmeric (a critical ingredient in the recipe)
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt
Dash of Crushed Red Pepper
1 - 2 Tablespoons Canola Oil


STEP 1: Open the package of tofu and drop the brick of tofu into a strainer in the sink.

STEP 2: Use a spatula to break up the brick of tofu into crumbles then press out additional liquid. 


STEP 3: Add 1 - 2 Tablespoons of canola oil to a skillet.

Add crumbled tofu and spices to the skillet and heat on medium-high.

Mix spices into tofu with the spatula and let bubble to remove liquid.

STEP 4: Mix scrambled tofu every few minutes with the spatula for 8 - 10 minutes or until most of the liquid is removed and it begins to resemble scrambled eggs.

STEP 5: Decrease the heat to low and let the tofu sit while you saute diced onion and green peppers in a separate skillet. Tip: I like to use canola oil spray but you can use 1/2 teaspoon of canola oil to saute the onion and pepper. Saute on medium-high heat until onions are glassy, approximately 5 minutes.

STEP 6: Add cooked onions and peppers, uncooked finely chopped spinach, and 2 - 3 Tablespoons of Parmesan Cheese to the Scrambled Tofu. Mix together on medium-high heat until the spinach is wilted and parmesan cheese is melted- approximately 3 - 5 minutes.

Serve hot with "Fakin" Bacon and Pumpkin Bread.