Best 6 Basic Breakfast Tofu Scramble Recipes

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**Tofu Scramble: A Plant-Based Breakfast Delight**

Craving a delicious and protein-packed breakfast that is also vegan and gluten-free? Look no further than tofu scramble! This versatile dish is a great way to start your day with a nutritious and satisfying meal. In this article, we've gathered the best tofu scramble recipes to cater to diverse dietary preferences and taste buds. From the classic Tofu Scramble with Veggies to the unique Black Salt Tofu Scramble and the indulgent Vegan Tofu Scramble with Avocado, this collection has something for everyone. Get ready to enjoy a flavorful and healthy breakfast experience with these easy-to-follow recipes!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SIMPLE TOFU SCRAMBLE



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This easy, everyday tofu scramble is made with tofu and simple seasonings for a delicious and healthy way to start your day! Easily customizable with veggies and herbs for your best vegan egg scramble.

Provided by Julie | The Simple Veganista

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 block (14oz.) tofu, soft, firm or extra-firm (not silken)
1 - 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1/2 teaspoon EACH garlic + onion powder, optional
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoon vegan cream, optional
1/4 teaspoon black salt (kala namak), optional
salt + pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • , no need to press as the water will dissipate as it cooks. I typically let the block of tofu rest on its side thin side to drain for a few minutes before using.
  • Heat the skillet over medium heat, add the tofu while crumbling it between your fingers (above right). Alternatively, add the tofu block to the skillet and use the back of a fork to mash it a bit. You can also break it up with a wooden spoon. Do whatever is comfortable or makes sense for you. Cook for 2 - 3 minutes.
  • Add the turmeric, nutritional yeast, optional garlic + onion powder, salt and pepper, cooking for 2 minutes more, stirring frequently. If adding veggies, this is the perfect time to add them.
  • Lastly, add the vegan cream and black salt, and cook another 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Serves 4
  • Serve right away with Breakfast Potatoes or Home Fries, and fresh fruits. Also great with a slice of toasted Artisan Bread!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Sugar 0.7 g, Sodium 306.2 mg, Fat 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 9.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

EASY TOFU SCRAMBLE



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This easy tofu scramble has the same texture as scrambled eggs, but it's 100% plant based! It's a vegan breakfast idea you'll want to make again and again.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Breakfast

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 to 14-ounce block extra firm tofu
2 tablespoons olive oil
Heaping 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 red onion
1 red pepper
2 handfuls baby greens (like baby spinach, baby kale, or a baby greens mix*)

Steps:

  • Drain the tofu container, then pat the tofu dry with a clean dish towel. Place the tofu in a large bowl and use your fingers to break the tofu into bite-sized irregular shaped pieces. (It might be a little cold on your hands: don't worry, it should only take a few seconds!) Stir in the olive oil, turmeric, salt and pepper.
  • Add the cumin and garlic powder to a dry skillet. Cook on medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the tofu and increase the heat to medium high. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and starting to lightly brown. Remove the heat and place it on the serving plates. Serve with toast, veggie saute (below), or if you want to get fancy, vegan bacon.
  • Meanwhile, thinly slice the onion. Thinly slice the bell pepper. Heat the olive oil in a separate large skillet over medium high heat. When hot, add the onion and peppers. Cook 4 to 6 minutes until just starting to brown, stirring occasionally. Add a pinch of salt and the baby greens. Cook for 30 seconds until wilted. Remove from the heat and serve alongside the tofu scramble.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Sugar 1.7 g, Sodium 22.1 mg, Fat 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 14.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

TOFU SCRAMBLE



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This quick scramble is a combination of flavors and textures that will surprise and delight tofu-lovers and doubters alike. Soy sauce, turmeric and cumin provide bold seasoning, while searing the block of tofu on both sides before breaking it up yields plenty of crispy bits as well as tender ones. You can add cooked vegetables, leafy greens, beans, cheese or nutritional yeast with the scallions in Step 4, though you may want to increase the seasoning depending on the amount of extras you add. You can also swap in hot sauce, mustard or tahini for the soy sauce and play around with spice combinations, but don't skip the splash of water - it helps the tofu soak up all the flavors. Serve with toast, tortillas, salad or breakfast potatoes.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     beans, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14-ounce) block firm or extra-firm tofu
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cut the block of tofu in half horizontally as you would a hamburger bun. Pat both pieces dry and wrap in paper towels. If time allows, press the tofu by placing a cast-iron skillet or other heavy object on top of the wrapped tofu for about 30 minutes. (This helps remove moisture so the tofu retains its shape better during cooking.)
  • In a measuring cup or bowl, combine the soy sauce, turmeric and cumin with 2 tablespoons water.
  • Unwrap the tofu and season on all sides with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high. Add the tofu blocks and cook until golden brown and crisp on the bottom, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the tofu and cook until golden brown and crisp on the other side, another 3 to 4 minutes. If the tofu is emitting water, hold the tofu with a spatula and pour the water out of the pan.
  • Lower the heat to medium. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, break up the tofu into chunks. Add the scallions and the seasoning mixture and cook, stirring and continuing to break up the tofu, until absorbed, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

TOFU SCRAMBLE



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Try our vegan spiced tofu with cherry tomatoes for an egg-free take on scramble on toast. Perfect for breakfast, served on rye bread

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Breakfast, Brunch

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion , finely sliced
1 large garlic clove , crushed
½ tsp turmeric
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp sweet smoked paprika
280g extra firm tofu
100g cherry tomatoes , halved
½ small bunch parsley , chopped
rye bread , to serve, (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and gently fry the onion for 8 -10 mins or until golden brown and sticky. Stir in the garlic, turmeric, cumin and paprika and cook for 1 min.
  • Roughly mash the tofu in a bowl using a fork, keeping some pieces chunky. Add to the pan and fry for 3 mins. Raise the heat, then tip in the tomatoes, cooking for 5 mins more or until they begin to soften. Fold the parsley through the mixture. Serve on its own or with toasted rye bread (not gluten-free), if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1.3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

THE BEST TOFU SCRAMBLE



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If you like a softly scrambled egg on toast, you're going to love this soft-scrambled tofu recipe. The secret is the addition of Indian black salt (also known as kala namak or black lava salt), which has an egglike flavor and is available online or at specialty food stores. Because it is lower in sodium, we round out the dish with a little kosher salt too. We like our scramble on toast but it would also make a great filling for a vegan breakfast burrito.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 16-ounce block soft tofu, drained
1/2 teaspoon Indian black salt
1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon vegan butter
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 slices bread
1/4 cup shredded vegan Cheddar-style cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Gently wrap the tofu in a clean kitchen towel or a double layer of paper towels to blot out excess moisture. Place the tofu in a medium bowl. Add the black salt and turmeric and stir well with a fork, crumbling the tofu and fully combining the spices.
  • Melt the vegan butter in a medium nonstick pan over medium-high heat, swirling the pan to coat evenly. Add the tofu mixture and spread it out evenly in the pan using a rubber spatula. Season with a pinch of kosher salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook undisturbed until the edges begin to turn yellow from the turmeric and some moisture is bubbling up, about 1 minute 30 seconds.
  • Gently stir the scramble, folding the cooked side over and redistributing the tofu to allow it to cook in an even layer. Continue to cook, stirring every 1 minute 30 seconds, until most of the moisture is evaporated and the tofu is the consistency of custardy scrambled eggs, 7 to 9 minutes. As it simmers, more liquid will bubble up and then it will dry out and the scramble will turn a uniform pale yellow color.
  • Meanwhile, toast the bread. Divide the scramble between the bread slices and top each with half the vegan cheese.

BASIC BREAKFAST TOFU SCRAMBLE



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This is my vegan substitute for scrambled eggs. Super simple, nothing fancy, great addition to a vegan brunch, omni and kid friendly! If you don't have unsweetened soy creamer, unsweetened almond or soy milk works just fine...

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu
cooking spray
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground white pepper
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1 tablespoon soy coffee creamer, plain, unsweetened

Steps:

  • Spray non-stick frying generously with cooking spray, and heat over medium.
  • Drain the package of tofu and crumble into the pan. Cook for 3-4 mins, until tofu begins to release some of its water.
  • Add the remaining ingredients (except the creamer) and mix well to combine evenly.
  • Cook for another 10 minutes or so, stirring regularly.
  • When tofu releases most of its water, and begins to firm up, add creamer and mix well.
  • Cook another 1-2 minutes, allowing some of the liquid to evaporate, then remove from heat.
  • Serve with toast!

Tips:

  • Choose the right tofu: Use extra-firm or firm tofu for the best texture. If using silken tofu, be sure to drain it well before cooking.
  • Press the tofu: Pressing the tofu removes excess water, resulting in a firmer texture. To press tofu, wrap it in a few layers of paper towels and place it on a plate. Place another plate on top and weigh it down with something heavy, such as a can of beans or a heavy skillet. Let the tofu press for 30 minutes.
  • Crumble the tofu: Use your hands to crumble the tofu into small pieces. This will help it cook evenly and give it a more scrambled egg-like texture.
  • Use a non-stick skillet: A non-stick skillet will prevent the tofu from sticking and make it easier to flip.
  • Cook the tofu over medium heat: Cooking the tofu over medium heat will help it cook evenly and prevent it from burning.
  • Stir the tofu frequently: Stirring the tofu frequently will help it cook evenly and prevent it from sticking to the pan.
  • Add your favorite seasonings: Season the tofu with your favorite seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or cumin.
  • Add vegetables: Add your favorite vegetables to the tofu scramble, such as onions, peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
  • Serve immediately: Tofu scramble is best served immediately after cooking. Enjoy it on its own or with your favorite breakfast sides, such as toast, fruit, or yogurt.

Conclusion:

Tofu scramble is a delicious, healthy, and versatile breakfast option. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a tofu scramble that is just as good as, if not better than, scrambled eggs. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, give tofu scramble a try!

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