Switch it up with a savory, flavorful bowl of oat bran! Topped with pan-fried tofu, tender kale, toasted walnuts, and creamy vegan butter. Insanely filling and packed with plant-based protein and fiber.
In a dry, non-stick pan over medium heat, add the walnuts. Toast the walnuts for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Shake the pan a few times for an even toast. Set aside the walnuts.
Kale
In a non-stick pan over medium heat add water. Add the kale, some salt, and cover with a lid. Cook down until wilted - about 4-5 minutes. Once the kale is done cooking, set aside.
Tofu
Add nutritional yeast to the tofu. In a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat, add a dollop of vegan butter. Once melted and hot, add the tofu. Cook on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes. Set aside the tofu.
Oat Bran
In a saucepan over high heat, pour in the oat bran, water, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Combine well. Bring to a boil. Once at a boil, reduce to a simmer. Cook without a lid for 3 minutes until thick and creamy. Remove from heat and pour into bowls. Top with walnuts, kale, and tofu. Serve with some butter and salt (optional).
Notes
I suggest cooking the oat bran according to the package’s cooking instructions. There may be some variation in the cooking time. For example, Bob Red Mills oat bran cooks in about 3 minutes, while Quaker’s cooks in 1 minute. Probably due to the texture/cut of the oat bran. Once it’s thick and creamy, it’s done.