Vegan Akuri Recipe
A vegan version of the Irani café special. Spiced scrambled tofu piled up richly alongside plump, home-made vegan buns and grilled tomato.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
For the Spiced Scrambled Tofu
For the Vegan Buns
For Grilled Tomatoes
Method
For the Spiced Scrambled Tofu
- 1
Prepare the Tofu
Drain the firm tofu and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel. Press it gently to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Cook the Onions
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Add the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- 4
Scramble the Tofu
Crumble the pressed tofu into the skillet. Stir well to mix with the spices and tomatoes, cooking for about 7-10 minutes until heated through. Add chopped coriander leaves before serving.
For the Vegan Buns
- 5
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of instant yeast, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
- 6
Add Wet Ingredients
Gradually add 1 cup of warm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 7
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 8
Shape the Buns
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a bun and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- 9
Bake the Buns
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Let the buns rest for 30 minutes, then bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
For Grilled Tomatoes
- 10
Prep the Tomatoes
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Halve the tomatoes and drizzle them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt.
- 11
