Move Over Eggs, Here Comes the Summertime "Tofu" Scramble!

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This recipe is so simple, it's curried tofu with some summer squash, shredded carrot, onion and few extra tidbits & viola - a vibrant & flavorful tofu scramble that exudes the essence of summer. For the best results, make the tofu at home, here is the best recipe.

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp. grapeseed oil

  • 1/4 yellow onion, finely diced

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1/2 zucchini, cut into 1/2 moons

  • 1/2 yellow squash, cut into 1/2 moons

  • 1/2 carrot, grated

  • 3 whole sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

  • 1/2 block of extra-firm tofu (about 6 oz.) pressed & drained

  • 2 tsp. curry powder

  • 1/4 tsp. cumin

  • 1 1/2 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • pinch of sea salt

  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 cup baby arugula

Preparation:

  1. Preheat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Sauté onion in grapeseed oil for about 3 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic & saute for about 30 seconds.

  2. Add zucchini, squash, carrot & sun-dried tomatoes & saute until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. Crumble tofu into bite-size pieces & add to the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until the tofu has lightly browned.

  4. Add the curry powder, cumin, salt, pepper, lemon juice & a few splashes of water to moisten, if mixture becomes dry. Fold in the arugula. Cover & cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the arugula begins to wilt. Serve with salsa & a side of toast, or spoon over rice!

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