Tofu Bhurji Recipe (Indian Style Tofu Scramble)

Indian Style Tofu bhurji/scramble served in a kadai garnished with cilantro

4.79 from 14 votes

Tofu Bhurji Recipe (Indian Style Tofu Scramble)

Indian Style Tofu scramble known as Tofu bhurji is a very tasty and quick vegetarian dish inspired by egg bhurji recipe and prepared using crumbled tofu, onion, tomato, bell pepper and spices.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian

Keyword indian style tofu scramble, tofu bhurji

Diet Gluten-Free, Keto, Low Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian

Method Stovetop

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 145kcal

Author Bhavana Patil

Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
½ teaspoon cumin (jeera) seeds
1 teaspoon ginger grated
2 green chillies finely chopped
1 medium onion finely chopped
1 medium tomato finely chopped
1 cup colored bell pepper diced
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
¼ teaspoon red chilli powder
½ teaspoon garam masala powder
1 cup extra firm tofu (200 grams)
salt to taste
2 tablespoons cilantro (coriander leaves)
1 teaspoon lime juice

Instructions

Press tofu with some heavy object for 15-20 minutes. This will drain the excess moisture.
Crumble the tofu gently with your fingers and keep aside.
Heat oil in a pan. Add the jeera(cumin) seeds and let them splutter.
Next, add the ginger, green chilies and saute for a few seconds.
Then add the onions and colored bell peppers. Saute for 2-3 minutes till they are soft.
Add the finely chopped tomatoes and dry spices like turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, and garam masala. Cook for 2-3 minutes till the tomatoes are soft and mushy.
Then add the crumbled tofu, mix well and cook covered on medium low heat for 1-2 minutes.
Finally add lime juice and garnish with coriander leaves and switch off the flame. Tofu bhurji is ready and can be served with roti or use as stuffing for sandwiches.

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Notes

Tips & Variations

For best results, use extra firm or firm tofu. The texture of the recipe will be the same as that of paneer bhurji.
Moreover, if you have leftover tofu bhurji, you can use it as a filling for stuffed paratha, puff pastry, or sandwich.
You can also add shredded broccoli and some greens like spinach or kale.
If you are not vegan, you can follow the same recipe and substitute tofu with paneer (Indian cottage cheese) or a mix of both.
Substitute garam masala with pav bhaji masala to give a twist.

Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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