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Vegan Tofu Scramble

Originally made with Indian cottage cheese (paneer) this Tofu scramble is a perfect nutrient-rich vegan breakfast recipe. The vegetables and spices in it give you a healthy mix of proteins and vitamins with additional benefits of spices.

Good for all doshas

Prep Time: 5 Min
Total Time: 20 Min
Serves: 2 Person

Ingredients

  • 1 cup hemp tofu (A great alternative to soy tofu)
  • 1 inch of ginger – finely chopped
  • 1 carrot – shredded
  • 1 zucchini – shredded
  • ½ tomato – chopped
  • A small bunch or 1 cup of spinach
  • 1 tbsp cumin seeds
  • A pinch of turmeric
  • A pinch of coriander powder
  • Salt & pepper – according to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil (sesame or coconut)

Method

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin and ginger.
  2. When the seeds start popping add tofu and spices and stir fry for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add carrots, zucchini, and tomato and cook until they are soft. Add extra water sparingly so it doesn’t burn.
  4. Turn off the heat and add spinach and cover for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Garnish with parsley and sunflower seeds.

Notes

Hemp tofu is a great source of protein and is safer than soy tofu.

Check out the Ayurvedic benefits of ingredients used in this recipe

Poppy Seeds Payasam (Gasagase Payasa)

Payasam is a very popular sweet dish in India. It is a type of pudding made with milk/coconut milk, sugar/jaggery, and rice. In this recipe, poppy seeds are also used along with rice for a more creamy texture.

Good for Vata and Pitta Dosha

Prep Time: 5 Min
Total Time: 25 Min
Serves: 4 Person

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp gasagase or poppy seeds
  • 2 tsp rice
  • 1/2 cup jaggery
  • 1/2 cup grated coconut
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1-2 cardamom

Method

  1. Dry roast poppy seeds and rice over medium flame until the color is slightly changed.
  2. Keep it aside for some time to let cool and grind them together.
  3. Then add grated coconut and cardamom and grind them into a smooth paste. (Add water as required)
  4. Transfer the ground paste into the pan and add milk, jaggery, and remaining water.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer until it thickens. Stir occasionally.
  6. Garnish with hot toasted cashew nuts and raisins with ghee.

Serving suggestions

You can serve it hot or cold

Check out the Ayurvedic benefits of ingredients used in this recipe