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crispy vegan tofu scramble recipe

Crispy Vegan Tofu Scramble

This protein-packed vegan tofu scramble delivers all the satisfaction of traditional scrambled eggs with an irresistible crispy texture. Made with simple pantry ingredients and magical black salt for that authentic eggy flavor, this plant-based breakfast will become your new weekend favorite. Perfect for meal prep and endlessly customizable with your favorite vegetables and spices.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Keyword: Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 185kcal

Equipment

Skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 block firm or extra-firm tofu
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black salt kala namak or regular salt to taste
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened non-dairy milk

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Crumble the tofu into bite-sized pieces directly into the hot pan.
  • Cook the crumbled tofu for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the water has evaporated and edges begin to crisp.
  • Add nutritional yeast, turmeric, garlic powder, and black salt to the pan.
  • Stir well to coat all tofu pieces and cook for an additional 5 minutes until crispy.
  • Pour in the non-dairy milk and mix thoroughly until absorbed.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Black salt (kala namak) is essential for the authentic eggy flavor - don't skip it! Find it at Indian grocery stores or online.
Press tofu for 15-30 minutes before cooking for extra crispy results and better texture.
Customize with sautéed vegetables like bell peppers, onions, spinach, or mushrooms added in step 4.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet to restore crispiness.
For meal prep, cook a large batch and portion into containers with your favorite breakfast sides.
Substitute olive oil with coconut oil or avocado oil for different flavor profiles.
Add hot sauce, fresh herbs, or everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor variations.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 590mg | Potassium: 315mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g