Easy Egg Tofu Scramble Recipe
This easy egg tofu scramble is a delicious and healthy vegan alternative to traditional scrambled eggs. Packed with protein and flavored with a blend of spices including turmeric, nutritional yeast, and black salt for an authentic egg-like taste, this recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast or light meal.
- Author: nova
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Tofu Scramble Ingredients
- 1 block firm tofu
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter (or 1 tablespoon vegetable broth for an oil-free version)
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon onion flakes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black salt (kala namak)
- Drain and Prep Tofu: Wrap the firm tofu block in a clean, dry tea towel and let it sit for 5 minutes to remove excess moisture. This step helps achieve a better texture for your scramble.
- Mix Spices: In a small bowl, combine nutritional yeast, onion flakes, garlic powder, turmeric, paprika, and black salt. Stir well to create the spice blend.
- Heat Pan and Add Butter: Place a medium-hot pan on the stove and add the vegan butter. Allow it to melt completely over medium heat.
- Crush and Add Tofu: Using your hands, crumble the drained tofu directly into the pan. Use a wooden spoon to break apart any larger chunks, creating a texture similar to scrambled eggs.
- Cook Tofu: Stir and cook the tofu for several minutes to release additional moisture. This step helps improve the texture and allows the tofu to absorb flavors better.
- Add Spices: Sprinkle the spice mixture over the tofu and stir thoroughly to evenly coat the tofu pieces.
- Final Cooking: Continue cooking on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. For a drier texture, cook it a few more minutes until the moisture evaporates to your liking.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu properly ensures better texture and less sogginess.
- Black salt provides the signature eggy flavor, but adjust according to taste if you prefer less saltiness.
- For an oil-free version, replace vegan butter with vegetable broth or water during cooking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for added nutrition and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tofu scramble, vegan scrambled eggs, easy tofu recipe, plant-based breakfast, vegan protein