Easy Vegan Tofu Scramble
Tofu scramble is a popular vegan breakfast dish similar to scrambled eggs. Although this recipe calls for onions and green peppers, try adding some mock meat crumbles or experiment with different vegetable combinations, such as spinach, mushrooms and green onions.
Wrap in a flour tortilla for an easy breakfast burrito.
- 1/2 onion (diced)
- 1/2 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 ea block of tofu (drained & pressed)
- 2 Tbsp oil or butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast*
- 1/2 tsp turmeric (OPTIONAL)
First, prepare your tofu. Like most tofu recipes, tofu scramble will taste best if you press the tofu first.
Once your tofu is well pressed, slice the tofu into approximately one-inch cubes.
Then using either your hands or a fork, crumble it slightly to get the consistency you like for your scrambled tofu.
Next, heat the oil or margarine in a large skillet or frying pan and sauté the chopped onion, pepper, and crumbled tofu for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
Next, add the garlic powder, onion powder, and soy sauce and reduce the heat down to medium. Allow your tofu to cook 5 to 7 more minutes, stirring frequently and adding a bit more oil if needed.
Finally, add the nutritional yeast and stir to combine well and make sure that your tofu is well coated.
To serve your tofu scramble, eat it just as it is, top it off with salsa, wrap it up in a warmed flour tortilla with a bit of salsa for a breakfast burrito, or top with soy or dairy cheese.
*The name “nutritional yeast” sounds a bit clinical, but this vegan-friendly ingredient adds a cheesy flavor to everything from popcorn to garlic bread to pasta. You can find it in the baking section or the health food section of your grocery store.
| Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
|---|---|
| 326 | Calories |
| 21g | Fat |
| 16g | Carbs |
| 26g | Protein |