# Vegan breakfast empanadas

A delicious vegan take on empanadas, filled with a tofu scramble, roasted vegetables, and vegan cheese.

- Cuisine: Mexican
- Category: Side
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 pack tofu
- 1 whole bell pepper (any color)
- 1 whole onion
- Vegan cheese
- Tortilla bread
- 2 whole potatoes
- 0.5 pack taco seasoning
- 1 whole green onion
- 2 tsp garlic salt
- 1 can refried beans
- Oil of choice
- 2 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp flour
- Avocado

## Instructions

1. Dice the potatoes, onions, and bell peppers.
2. Add them to a baking pan, drizzle with your oil of choice, and toss to coat.
3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. Roast the vegetables for 15-20 minutes until they are tender.
5. Drain the tofu and press out excess moisture.
6. In a pan, crumble the tofu and cook on medium heat.
7. Add 2 tsp turmeric, 2 tsp garlic salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp nutritional yeast, and 1 tsp cayenne pepper.
8. Stir well and cook for 5-7 minutes until the tofu takes on a golden color and a slightly firm texture.
9. Take the tortillas and spread a thin layer of refried beans on each one.
10. Add a spoonful of the tofu scramble, followed by the roasted vegetables and a sprinkle of vegan cheese.
11. In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp flour with water to create a paste.
12. Fold each tortilla in half and use the flour mixture along the edges to seal.
13. Press the edges with a fork to fully secure the seal.
14. Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.
15. Fry each empanada for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
16. Enjoy your empanadas with a side of sliced avocado or salsa for extra flavor!

## Equipment

- baking pan
- oven
- pan
- fork
- pot

## Tips

- Enjoy your empanadas with a side of sliced avocado or salsa for extra flavor!

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAKLO-upLft/?igsh=ODNwYXVoc2RueGJl
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/d495e3b1-5955-40cc-84ac-31f6cf798b27
- Extracted: 2025-12-24

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