Easy Tofu Scramble
A savoury vegan tofu scramble with peppers, onion and spinach, seasoned with turmeric, cumin and nutritional yeast. A protein-rich, egg-free breakfast.
By Tasty Nest Recipes Editorial TeamPublished
22 min total 2 servingsEasy
Photo: watashiwani · CC BY 2.0. Illustrative photo; your results may look different.
About this recipe
A tofu scramble is the plant-based answer to scrambled eggs. Firm tofu is crumbled into a hot pan with vegetables and seasoned with turmeric for colour, cumin for warmth and nutritional yeast for a savoury, cheesy note.
For an extra egg-like flavour, look for kala namak (Indian black salt), which has a naturally sulphurous aroma. It is optional but surprisingly convincing.
Equipment you'll need
- Large nonstick skillet
Tips for success
- Crumble the tofu by hand rather than cutting it; irregular pieces look and feel more like scrambled eggs.
- Add the kala namak at the end, as its aroma fades with long cooking.
- The splash of plant milk makes the scramble creamier.
Substitutions and variations
- Use silken tofu mixed with firm tofu for a softer, creamier scramble.
- Add black beans and salsa for a Tex-Mex scramble.
- Stir in sautéed mushrooms or leftover roasted vegetables.
Storage and reheating
To store: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
To reheat: Reheat in a skillet or the microwave with a splash of plant milk until hot.
Recipe
Easy Tofu Scramble
A savoury vegan tofu scramble with peppers, onion and spinach, seasoned with turmeric, cumin and nutritional yeast. A protein-rich, egg-free breakfast.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 12 min
- Total
- 22 min
- Yield
- 2 servings
- Level
- Easy
Ingredients
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Instructions
Step 1: Press the tofu
Pat the tofu dry with a clean towel and press gently to remove excess water.
Step 2: Cook the vegetables
Heat the oil in the skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion and pepper for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
Step 3: Crumble in the tofu
Crumble the tofu into the pan with your hands into bite-sized pieces. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until any liquid has evaporated and the tofu is lightly golden.
Step 4: Season
Sprinkle over the turmeric, cumin, garlic powder, nutritional yeast and salt, then add the plant milk and stir until the tofu is evenly coloured and coated.
Step 5: Add the spinach
Stir in the spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted. Season with black pepper, top with scallions and serve with toast.
Cuisine: American · Course: Breakfast
Estimated nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 400
- Protein
- 36 g
- Fat
- 25 g
- Carbs
- 13 g
- Fibre
- 7 g
- Sugars
- 4 g
Approximate values estimated from typical nutrition data for the listed ingredients, excluding optional toppings and serving suggestions. Actual values vary with brands, portion sizes and substitutions. Not verified by a dietitian or laboratory analysis.
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