Savory Kimchi Tofu Scramble with Seeds
A comforting, savory scramble made with crumbled firm tofu, tangy fermented kimchi, and toasted pumpkin seeds. It is a hearty plant-based breakfast packed with protein to power you through your morning post-tennis.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Melinda + Lila
Melinda created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a dry skillet over medium-low heat.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Instructions
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Next: Use a clean kitchen towel to wrap…
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Use a clean kitchen towel to wrap…
Use a clean kitchen towel to wrap the firm tofu and gently press out excess water over the sink. Crumble the pressed tofu into bite-sized pieces with your hands and set aside in a bowl.
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Heat the olive oil in a non-stick…
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
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Add the green onion to the skillet…
Add the green onion to the skillet and saute for 2 minutes until softened.
Look for: softened
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Add the crumbled firm tofu
Add the crumbled firm tofu, ground turmeric, and garlic powder to the skillet. Stir well to coat the tofu evenly in the spices. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tofu is heated through and starts to turn lightly golden.
Look for: the tofu is heated through and starts to turn lightly golden
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Gently stir in the chopped kimchi and…
Gently stir in the chopped kimchi and cook for an additional 2 minutes until warmed through and fragrant.
Look for: warmed through and fragrant
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Remove the skillet from the heat
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the tamari and toasted pumpkin seeds, tossing to combine.
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Divide into plates
Divide into plates, garnish with optional fresh cilantro, and serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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