Vietnamese Tofu Scramble with Rice Paper Bacon

Ingredients

• 14 oz Firm Tofu
• 8 sheets Rice Paper
• 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast
• 1/2 medium Onion
• 1/2 medium Red Bell Pepper
• 2 stalks Green Onions
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 4 tablespoons Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. 1In a medium bowl, crumble the 14 oz of firm tofu with your hands. Add the 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, and 3 tablespoons of soy sauce. Mix everything together until the tofu is evenly coated.
2. 2Finely chop the 1/2 medium onion and the 1/2 medium red bell pepper. Thinly slice the 2 stalks of green onions. Set these aside separately.
3. 3Prepare the rice paper bacon: submerge one 8 sheets of rice paper at a time in warm water for about 15-20 seconds, just until it becomes pliable. Lay the softened rice paper flat on a clean surface and cut it into 1/2-inch wide strips. Repeat with the remaining rice paper sheets.
4. 4In a clean bowl, toss the rice paper strips with the 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Ensure the strips are well coated.
5. 5Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat (350°F / 175°C). Carefully add the coated rice paper strips in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the strips are golden brown and crispy like bacon. Remove the crispy rice paper bacon from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels. Set aside.
6. 6In the same 10-inch non-stick skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and heat over medium heat (350°F / 175°C). Add the chopped 1/2 medium onion and 1/2 medium red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.
7. 7Add the prepared tofu mixture to the skillet with the vegetables. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the tofu is heated through and slightly firm. The mixture should smell fragrant.
8. 8Serve the tofu scramble immediately, garnished with the sliced 2 stalks of green onions. Arrange the crispy rice paper bacon alongside the scramble.

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