How To Drain and Press Tofu

Learn how to drain and press tofu in preparation for a multitude of recipes. Stay Tuned! 

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Delicious Tofu Scramble

1 Tablespoon olive oil

1 small onion diced

1lb firm tofu, drained, pressed and crumbled

½ cup diced green bell pepper

1 small tomato, diced

1 Teaspoon turmeric

1 Teaspoon Braggs Liquid Amino

Pinch of sea salt

1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)

1 Teaspoon garlic powder

Dash of cayenne pepper

Drain and press tofu. Crumble and place in a bowl, adding turmeric, garlic powder, Braggs, pinch of sea salt , nutritional yeast, cayenne and tomato.
Heat oil in a skillet, add onion, bell pepper. Saute for a few minutes. Add tofu mixture to skillet, stir and saute for 5 minutes.

Taste and serve.

Diced mushrooms, zucchini , cilantro and a sausage substitute such as Gimme Lean are also options. Sometimes, I dice potatoes, sauté with onion until done, then add the tofu mixture.

This versatile dish can be served for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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So What Do You Eat for Breakfast?

Let's see. This morning, the first thing I drank was a glass of water with the half of a lemon squeezed in it, followed by several apple slices. Years ago, my Yoga instructor advised that when we awaken from a night's sleep, we are breaking a fast the next morning. He commented that this lemon juice and apple combination is a great way to cleanse the internal body. I find that to be true. Within a half hour, I will prepare scrambled tofu, a slice of whole wheat toast and a strawberry smoothie. Tofu is an excellent source of protein.

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