Tofu scramble is like a plant-based version of scrambled eggs. If you want a tasty and simple vegan breakfast, check out this Tofu Scramble Recipe! It’s dairy-free and full of nutrients, perfect for a healthy and satisfying morning meal. You can whip it up in less than 15 minutes, and it’s so good that you won’t miss regular scrambled eggs!
What is Tofu Scramble?
Tofu scramble is a vegan version of scrambled eggs, using tofu as the main ingredient. It’s a favorite breakfast option, rich in plant based protein, low in fat, and customizable to your liking. Simply crumble or mash tofu to mimic scrambled eggs’ texture, cook it with spices and veggies, and enjoy!
Why Choose Tofu Scramble?
High in Protein
Tofu is a fantastic plant-based protein source, boasting about 10 grams per 100-gram serving. Protein is crucial for body tissue repair, energy, and keeping you feeling full.
Low in Fat and Calories
Unlike traditional egg scrambles, tofu scramble is lower in fat and calories, making it an ideal choice for weight-conscious individuals or those aiming for a healthy diet.
Versatile and Customizable
Make your tofu scramble uniquely yours by adding various veggies and seasonings. It’s a versatile dish you can customize to match your taste and dietary preferences.
Ingredients & Substitutions For This Vegan Tofu Scramble Recipe
This tasty vegan and dairy-free tofu scramble recipe calls for simple and wholesome ingredients. You’ll need extra virgin olive oil for sautéing, a 16-ounce block of firm or extra firm tofu, nutritional yeast for a cheesy and nutty flavor, salt to enhance taste, dashes of turmeric for a lovely yellow hue and earthy taste, minced garlic or garlic powder for a hint of savory goodness, unsweetened and unflavored plant-based milk for a creamy texture, and chopped herbs and veggies of your choice for added nutrition and freshness.
All these ingredients are readily available in most grocery stores, and you can customize the recipe to your liking with your preferred herbs and veggies. Nutritional yeast brings a cheesy taste without any dairy, while turmeric provides a beautiful egg-like yellow color. Plant-based milk adds creaminess and garlic and herbs contribute layers of flavor and aroma.
Helpful Tools
Making the tastiest scrambled tofu doesn’t require fancy tools. Here’s what you need:
- Non-stick pan: A non-stick pan will help prevent the tofu from sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Spatula: Use a spatula to mix and stir the ingredients in the pan.
- Fork or potato masher: Use a fork or potato masher to crumble the tofu into small pieces.
How to Make This Tofu Scramble Recipe
Step-By-Step Guide For Making Vegan Tofu Scramble
Prepare Tofu:
Crumble or mash a block of tofu in a bowl using a fork or your hands. Create bite-sized pieces for added texture, avoiding fine crumbles.
Sauté Tofu and Veggies:
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add chopped veggies, onion, minced garlic, and the crumbled tofu.
Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the tofu is slightly browned and the veggies are cooked.
Prepare Wet Mixture:
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together plant milk, nutritional yeast, turmeric, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Combine Wet Mixture with Tofu and Veggies:
Pour the wet mixture into the pan over the sautéed veggies and tofu.
Simmer:
Allow the mixture to simmer until the tofu absorbs the liquid, reaching your desired scramble consistency.
Optional: Add Vegan Cheese:
If desired, introduce vegan cheese and fold it in, letting it melt into the scramble.
Season and Serve:
Season the scramble with black salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the Tofu Scramble hot with your favorite sides and toppings.
Enjoy:
Indulge in the flavorful and satisfying scrambled tofu dish you’ve created!
Tips & Tricks For This Tofu Scramble Recipe
- Choose medium firm tofu for a softer, more “egg” like texture. Firm or extra-firm tofu works too, giving a firmer texture.
- Squeeze out excess water: Press the tofu with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel to remove excess water before crumbing it.
- Customize with veggies and spices: Add your favorite veggies and spices to the scramble to make it your own. You can use bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, kale, or any other veggies you like.
- Don’t overcook: Cook the tofu scramble for just a few minutes until heated through and slightly browned. Overcooking will make it dry and rubbery.
FAQ: Tofu Scramble
A full-fat, unsweetened, and unflavored plant milk, such as cashew cream or soy milk, works best for this recipe.
Certainly! You can substitute chickenless or vegetable broth for plant milk to enhance the flavor. Feel free to try this variation if you prefer not to use plant milk.
Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor to tofu scramble, but you can still make it without it. You can add other spices and seasonings to enhance the flavor, such as turmeric, cumin, paprika, or garlic powder.
My favorite vegetables for this recipe include bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes. If adding spinach, wait until the scramble is almost ready, as it takes only 1-2 minutes to cook.
Medium-firm tofu is recommended for its softer, more “egg”-like texture. However, firm or extra-firm tofu can also be used, adjusting the texture according to personal preference. If you prefer a firmer scramble, simply opt for extra-firm tofu.
Vegan Tofu Scramble
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 block medium firm tofu (firm works too)
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- dash of turmeric
- 2-4 cloves minced garlic (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ cup plant based milk (see notes)
- black salt and pepper to taste (Kala Namak aka black salt gives it an "eggy" flavour)
Optional Extras
- ½ finely diced onion, or 2-3 green onions
- chopped fresh herbs for topping (see notes)
- cooked veggies of choice
- grated vegan cheese
Instructions
- Crumble or mash the block of tofu in a bowl using a fork or your hands. Make bite-sized pieces for more texture. It should not be finely crumbled.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped veggies, onion, minced garlic, (see notes) and crumbled tofu. Sauté for 4-5 mins until the tofu is slightly browned and the veggies are cooked.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together plant milk, nutritional yeast, turmeric, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Pour the wet mixture into the pan over the veggies and tofu.
- Allow the mixture to simmer until the tofu until the liquid has absorbed and the tofu has reached your ideal scramble consistency.
- If desired, add in vegan cheese and fold it in, allowing it to melt. Season with black salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with your favourite sides and toppings, and enjoy!
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Notes
- bell peppers
- spinach
- mushrooms
- cherry tomatoes
- basil
- parsley
- dill
Nutrition
Conclusion: Tofu Scramble Recipe
When I first tried the Cheap Lazy Vegan tofu scramble, I knew that it would be a vegan breakfast staple. I have played around with the recipe, and you can too! In summary, this tofu scramble recipe offers a delightful and nutritious breakfast choice that is both simple to prepare and adaptable. By following the steps, tips, and FAQs in this article, you’ll be able to make a perfect scrambled tofu every time. Enjoy!
LOVED this tofu scramble! I actually like it better than eggs now. And I added all this mixture into a wrap and then grilled it and tasted amazing. Thank you so much Spicy Vegan Food 😀
So happy you loved the recipe and its great to make this into a wrap I have done the same! You can also add some potatoes and vegan sausage into the wrap to take it to the next level! I will release a recipe for a vegan breakfast wrap soon!
Awesome recipe thank you! This was surprisingly delicious, I don’t usually eat tofu but loved it in this recipe
Thanks so much Sienna! Glad you enjoyed it.
This was such a nice and easy to follow recipe, I will be making this for breakfast again soon!
Thanks so much Eleanor!
I was a little hesitant to make this as I was not sure how tofu would replace egg but it was delicious. The flavors and spices were so good. I will be making this again next weekend.
Thanks Jessica!
What a great tofu scramble I actually loved it! The spices and flavors were amazing.
I’m thrilled to hear that you loved the tofu scramble! The combination of spices and flavors can indeed make it a delightful dish. If you ever want more recipes or have any questions about cooking, feel free to ask. Happy cooking!
This was delicious
Thanks Zoey ☺️
I loved this tofu scramble it’s all about the spices and thought this was a really nice blend.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the tofu scramble, and I completely agree – the right blend of spices can make all the difference!
Very nice flavour of the tofu didn’t miss the egg at all, I used a medium texture of tofu and worked out great. Crumbled nicely and was sure tasty
‘m delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tofu dish! It’s wonderful that the medium-textured tofu worked well and provided a tasty experience. If you have any more culinary adventures, feel free to share. Happy cooking!
What a great recipe!
So healthy (first requirement) and on top of that tasty!! I think the nooch makes it!
Thank you! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe; it’s both healthy and tasty, and I agree, the nooch adds a special touch!
What a great recipe!
So healthy (first requirement) and on top of that tasty!! I think the nooch makes it!
Thanks so much!
Yum this was so nice I also served mine with toast was delicious! 🤤
Thank you so much for the feedback so happy you enjoyed the recipe!
I used basil and dill and was so nice. I wasn’t sure if I was gonna like the texture of the tofu, but it was fantastic.
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the dish with basil and dill. Happy to hear the tofu turned out fantastic!