Vegan Turkish Menemen

Discover the vibrant flavors of Vegan Turkish Menemen, a plant-based twist on the classic Turkish breakfast dish. This recipe swaps eggs for protein-rich crumbled tofu, perfectly seasoned with aromatic spices like turmeric, paprika, and cumin. A base of sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and juicy tomatoes creates a rich, savory sauce, while optional nutritional yeast adds a delightful cheesy note. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this one-pan wonder is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an easy and nutritious meal. Serve it warm with crusty bread or pita to soak up every last bite of this hearty and flavorful vegan delight! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this recipe will transport your taste buds straight to Turkey.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced green bell pepper and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until they slightly soften.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Season the sauce with turmeric powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine evenly.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

If using nutritional yeast, sprinkle it over the mixture and stir well. This will add a slight cheesy flavor to the dish.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and remove the skillet from heat.

Step 10

Serve the vegan menemen warm with crusty bread, pita, or even rice for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1379.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1103.6

Total Fat 63.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1297.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 75.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2881.1mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 3310.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.1%

Protein: 26.1%

Carbs: 24.9%