Vegan Turkish Menemen
Discover the vibrant and satisfying flavors of Vegan Turkish Menemen, a delightful plant-based twist on the classic Turkish breakfast dish. This recipe swaps eggs for crumbled extra-firm tofu, creating a protein-packed scramble infused with traditional Mediterranean spices like turmeric, paprika, and cumin. A rich, tomato-based sauce with sautéed onions and green bell peppers forms the base, while optional nutritional yeast adds a subtle, cheesy undertone. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for breakfast or dinner and pairs beautifully with crusty bread, warm pita, or rice. Garnished with fresh parsley, this vegan menemen is as visually appealing as it is delicious—a true taste of Turkey without the animal products!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Extra-firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 1 medium, deseeded and diced Green bell pepper
- 4 large, finely chopped Tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon or to taste Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon or to taste Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for a cheesy flavor) Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Fresh parsley
Instructions
Start by prepping all the ingredients. Finely chop the onion and green bell pepper, dice the tomatoes, and crumble the extra-firm tofu using your hands or a fork to mimic the texture of scrambled eggs.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the diced green bell pepper and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until they slightly soften.
Add the finely chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir well, and then allow the mixture to simmer for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have broken down and formed a thick sauce.
Season the sauce with turmeric powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine evenly.
Add the crumbled tofu to the skillet and fold it into the tomato-pepper mixture. Let it cook for 4-5 minutes to heat through and absorb the flavors.
If using nutritional yeast, sprinkle it over the mixture and stir well. This will add a slight cheesy flavor to the dish.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and remove the skillet from heat.
Serve the vegan menemen warm with crusty bread, pita, or even rice for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.2 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1298 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.0 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 75.5 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2881 mg | 222% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 3310 mg | 70% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
