Lekha Mirjankar

Oct 8, 20202 min read

Tofu-Mushroom Bagel

Have you ever spent your days dreaming about the perfect bagel melting into your mouth, so soft, fluffy and just the right amount of chewy ? Well, I surely have!!! And I have also spent a lot of time creating recipes and toppings that will best compliment and enhance this indulgent delicacy. Hence, I bring to you today's recipe. THE PERFECT BREAKFAST BAGEL is here!!!!!

If you think cream cheese bagel are the best kinds, I bagel to differ :P

Let's get started with the recipe, shall we.

Our bagel requires two main toppings: tofu scramble and some sautéed mushrooms

INGREDIENTS :

200 g Tofu

10-12 large button mushrooms

cherry tomatoes (diced in half)

1 bowl of finely chopped garlic

oil

finely chopped onion

chopped tomato

chopped capsicum

1-2 green chilies

curry leaves

coriander

cumin seeds

asafoetida (Hing)

ginger-garlic paste

turmeric

garam masala

jeera powder

chili powder

paprika

garlic powder

thyme

black pepper

salt

oregano

chilly flakes

vegan mayonnaise ( or cream cheese / other spread of choice)

plant-based milk

RECIPE :

Tofu scramble : Prepare the Tofu scramble and set aside (recipe here)

Mushroom:

1. In a pan, add little to no oil and add the chopped mushrooms to it. Sauté for a minute and add finely chopped garlic to this.

2. Once the mushrooms start leaving water, add the cherry tomatoes and mix well.

3. Now, its time to add the spices and herbs. Add in 3 tbsp pepper powder, 1 tsp paprika, oregano and salt as per taste. Mix this as together and let cook for 2 min. Then take it off heat.

Assemble the Bagel :

1. Cut the bagel in half. Now, spread some vegan mayonnaise (or cream cheese) on one side and sprinkle chilly flakes and oregano on top.

2. Add the tofu scramble on the other slice, place the cucumbers (not necessary) and top with the mushroom-tomato mix. Drizzle sriracha hot sauce and mayo if needed (of course it is needed!!!).

3. Your bagel is ready to be devoured.