Tofu Scramble With Sweet Potato Hash
A savory, plant-based breakfast combining golden spiced tofu with tender sweet potatoes and fresh kale. This vibrant scramble is the perfect egg-free way to start your morning with sustained energy.
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Before you start
Your 30-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
This is a great meal-prep breakfast. It stores perfectly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheats well in the microwave.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep block extra-firm tofu (drained), yellow onion (diced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Chop the sweet potato into very small
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Chop the sweet potato into very small
Chop the sweet potato into very small, uniform cubes, about 1/2 inch thick, to ensure they cook quickly and evenly.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in…
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced sweet potatoes and onions. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper, cooking for 10 to 12 minutes until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and slightly browned.
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Push the sweet potato and onion mixture…
Push the sweet potato and onion mixture to one side of the skillet. Add another 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil to the empty side.
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Crumble the extra-firm tofu directly into the…
Crumble the extra-firm tofu directly into the pan using your hands. Sprinkle the tofu with the ground turmeric, garlic powder, and a generous pinch of salt. Sauté the tofu for 5 minutes until warmed through and lightly browned.
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Add the chopped kale to the pan
Add the chopped kale to the pan. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, just until the kale is bright green and wilted. Serve immediately.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
The smaller you dice your sweet…
The smaller you dice your sweet potatoes, the faster they will cook. If you're short on time, microwave the diced potatoes for 2 minutes before adding them to the skillet.
Don't heavily press the tofu for…
Don't heavily press the tofu for this recipe; keeping a little moisture helps mimic the soft, fluffy texture of traditional scrambled eggs.
This is a great meal-prep breakfast
This is a great meal-prep breakfast. It stores perfectly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheats well in the microwave.
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