Tofu or soybean curd has a low calorie count, large amounts of protein and little fat. It is also an excellent source of iron. Many don't like tofu when they first try it. Tofu can exceed the nutritional values of meats and hence a good substitute for meat for vegetarians. Tofu is a healthier alternative to paneer. You can try all the paneer dishes with tofu. Tofu bhurji/scrambled tofu is a quick and easy one such recipe. Make sure to prepare tofu before trying any tofu recipe.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Tofu - 200g
- Onion - 1, medium sized
- Tomato - 1, medium sized
- Cumin seeds - 1 tsp
- Ginger paste - 1/2 tsp
- Turmeric powder - A pinch
- Chilli powder - 1/2 tsp
- Garam masala - 1/4 tsp
- Crushed peanuts - 2 tbsp
- Oil - 1 tsp
- Curry leaves - Few
- Salt - To taste
Method
- Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds and curry leaves.
- Add ginger paste and fry for few seconds.
- Add chopped onion and fry till it becomes translucent.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook till it gets mashed.
- Add all the powders and salt and mix well.
- Now add scrambled tofu and saute well.
- After 5 minutes, add crushed peanuts and cook for a while.
- Serve hot with Chapathi.
Tips
- I would recommend to use soft or silken tofu in this recipe as they tend to break easily.
