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Make this versatile tofu scramble seasoning and then The best vegan tofu scramble that is fluffy yet creamy and tastes just like eggs thanks to my secret tofu scramble seasoning. Gluten-free.
Come breakfast time, this tofu scramble really hits the spot for me, and I’m sure it will for you as well. It has the perfect texture- fluffy and creamy thanks to a perfected ratio of blended and crumbled up tofu.
But there’s more! With the recipe for the scramble, I give away the secret of my favorite tofu scramble seasoning.
What is tofu scramble seasoning you ask? Well, why regular eggs might only need salt and pepper, with vegan tofu scramble, we need to reach a bit deeper into the spice drawer to get to flavor town. The scramble seasoning is what will make the tofu taste like eggs. There are a couple of secret ingredients at play here.
The key players are nutritional yeast and Indian sulfur salt (kala namak) as well as garlic and onion powder. The Indian Sulfur salt is what adds the egg-y taste and nutritional yeast adds umami. To make it not only taste but also look like eggs, we add a small amount of turmeric. Paprika and pepper add some spice and smoky notes.
This tofu scramble seasoning lasts for months in a spice jar. It makes for a great gift as well! The tofu scramble made with the seasoning is best served fresh!
More Vegan Breakfast Options:
- Vegan quiche
- Vegan Chickpea Flour Scramble
- Vegan eggs Benedict casserole
- Vegan Frittata
- Broccolini White Bean Chickpea flour Frittata
- Vegan Bhurji- indian egg scramblee
- Mung Bean Omelettes
- Chickpea flour pancakes
- Savory Oats Veggie Turmeric Hash
Easy Scramble Seasoning Mix and the Best Ever Tofu Scramble
Ingredients
For the scramble seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 3 teaspoons Kala namak, which is Indian sulphur black salt, use 1 teaspoon less for less salty/less strong flavor
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
For the tofu scramble:
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion, keep the green parts of the onion for garnish
- 1/4-1/2 cup veggies of choice
- 15 ounce pack of firm tofu divided
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup water, or use unsweetened non dairy milk for creamier
- 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons scramble seasoning from above plus more for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- green onion or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Scramble seasoning: To make the scramble seasoning, mix everything in a bowl and set aside or store in a sealed glass bottle for up to 2 months.
- To make the tofu scramble, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add oil then add the vegetables and cook until they are golden on some edges.
- Slice the tofu block and take about a quarter of the tofu block. Add to a blender. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons seasoning and a 1/4 cup of water and blend until smooth.
- You might need more water. Add 1-2 tablespoons at a time and blend until it's super creamy. You can also use 3 oz silken tofu instead of the firm tofu for the eggy mix
- Then add this creamy mixture to the skillet then mix well.
- When it’s just about to boil, add the crumbled up rest of the block of the tofu and mix well.
- Cook until the mixture is homogenous and the tofu is evenly colored with yellow. Taste and adjust salt and flavor. Take off heat
- To serve, sprinkle a little bit of the salt, black pepper, green onions, and some more of the scramble seasoning all over the scramble and then serve.
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Notes
- Nutrition includes the scramble and 1.5 tbsp worth seasoning.
(You’ll use only a third of the total seasoning for 15 oz tofu, and 15 oz will make 2-3 serves of the scramble. So 1 tablespoon Indian sulphur salt is divided by 3 and then 2 serves, So it is 1/2 tsp Kala namak per serve) - no need to press your tofu for this recipe
- To crumble the tofu, use a fork or mash it with a potato masher. You could also simply crumble it into the pan with your hands.
- Add any veggies you like. vegetables that need a bit of cooking time like mushrooms, peppers etc should be added before the tofu, like in the recipe. No-cook veggies like spinach can be added along with the crumbled tofu.
- No blender: instead of blending the tofu, use 3 tbsp non dairy cream or yogurt or sour cream and a splash of water if too thick.
- For extra creamy scrambled eggs, add plant-based milk instead of water. Or add 4-5 soaked raw cashews to blend with the tofu and water
- Soyfree try my chickpea flour scramble ,or use my chickpea flour tofu.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Ingredients for making tofu scramble:
- tofu: I prefer using firm tofu. For the blended tofu, you can use sillen, if you have any leftovers.
- the scramble seasoning is a blend of nutritional yeast, Kala Namak (Indian sulfur black salt), turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika
- veggies: I like bell pepper and green onions in this but you can play around and add many different vegetables
- a small amount of oil is added to the pan for scrambling
- I like green onion or cilantro for garnish for some added color and freshness
Tips:
- There is no need to press your tofu for this recipe; the water will cook out in the first couple of minutes.
- To crumble the tofu, use a fork or mash it with a potato masher. You could also simply crumble it into the pan with your hands, you do you.
- Add any veggies you like. Veggies that need a bit of cooking time like mushrooms, peppers etc should be added before the tofu, like in the recipe. No-cook veggies like spinach can be added along with the crumbled tofu.
- For extra creamy scrambled eggs, add plant-based milk instead of water.
How to make Vegan Tofu Tofu Scramble Seasoning and tofu scramble
Scramble seasoning: To make the scramble seasoning, mix everything in a bowl and set it aside or store in a sealed glass bottle for up to 2 months.
To make the tofu scramble, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add oil then add the vegetables and cook until they are golden on some edges.
Slice the tofu block and take about a quarter of the tofu block. Add to a blender. Add the seasoning and a quarter cup of water or unsweetened non dairy milk and blend until smooth.
You might need more water. Add 1-2 tablespoons at a time and blend until it’s super creamy. You can also use 3 oz silken tofu instead of the firm tofu.
Then add this creamy mixture to the skillet then mix well.
When it’s just about to boil, add the crumbled up rest of the block of the tofu and mix well.
Cook until the mixture is homogenous and the tofu is evenly colored with yellow. Taste and adjust salt and flavor.
Take off heat. To serve, sprinkle a little bit of the salt, black pepper, green onions, and some more of the seasoning all over the scramble and then serve.
Serve with buttered toast or add to breakfast burrito.
The texture and flavor of this scramble is great! However I found it to be way too salty. Next time I will use half the amount of black salt.
Yes adjust the black salt to preference. It has a sour salty flavor and the sour can translate to salty for some
I mix your seasoning blend ahead of time and leave in the refrigerator for quick tofu meals. I just sprinkle it on cubed tofu, coat in corn starch and cook in oil. It’s my son’s favorite way to eat tofu. I love it.
awesome! smart to keep some on hand!
Made a lot of tofu scrambles over the years, and this one is fabulous! Glad I found it in a post on FB.
Very happy to hear! Thank you.
This was fantastic! Thank you. Who knew that just by blending the tofu, it would make scramble that much better? The scramble seasoning is now in its own shaker in the spice drawer. Seriously, good stuff.
So thrilled to hear, Tamara!
Super delicious and easy to make. This will be in rotation at my house❤️
Wonderful!
I love this, nutritious and filling and so tasty and quick to make
Thank you for your review, Sarah!
Can’t say enough good things about this recipe. Love, love, love! Will put the leftovers in a tortilla for breakfast tomorrow. Best thing about it is that my husband asked for seconds!!! 🙂
Haha that is always a great sign!
How much of the seasoning do you add? I’m wondering if its not all the seasoning as 1 Tablespoon of salt seems a lot? Thank you
I add 1-1.5 tbsp of the seasoning for a block of tofu. So roughly 2 tsp seasoning per serving. Kala namak has a lower sodium content compared to table salt. You can use less of the seasoning and also omit the added salt to reduce sodium. The seasoning is plenty savory
We LOVE this scramble! My husband didn’t like tofu, but loves this recipe!!! Thank you very much!
Just a question: is it OK if we freeze it?
I’m so happy to hear! Yes, freezing is fine for up to a month or two.
This really is THE best tofu scramble I’ve ever made. Would give it 6 stars if I could.
Yay
Silly me…I used the entire spice mix in my tofu scramble…but it came out amazing! I thought in part to the extra black salt. I also used soy milk instead of water. I need to read ENTIRE recipe through first. I still loved it!
great news 🧂