How To Make Tofu Scramble (Vegan Scrambled Eggs)
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How To Make Tofu Scramble (Vegan Scrambled Eggs)
Description
How To Make Tofu Scramble (Vegan Scrambled Eggs) uses firm tofu as the base ingredient, crumbled and cooked in olive oil. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy flavor, while turmeric imparts a golden color and gentle earthiness. Hummus contributes creaminess and depth to the mixture. The tofu's moisture is pressed out before cooking to ensure a texture that is not watery and allows the seasoning to penetrate. Cooking for 7 to 10 minutes evaporates remaining moisture and thickens the scramble.
The result is a savory, softly textured scramble that serves well as a breakfast dish or addition to any meal requiring a protein-rich, egg-like presence. Adjusting salt, pepper, or spices after cooking allows for personal taste preferences.
This vegan scramble can be enhanced by incorporating sautéed vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, or spinach, adding both flavor and nutritional variety.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5 to 7 days.To vary the recipe, consider adding sautéed vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, or spinach while cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 oz block tofu 450 g, firm
- 1 tsp olive oil 5 mL
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast 20 g
- ¼ cup hummus 50 g
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp Turmeric
- Pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Prep: Wrap the tofu in a few layers of paper towels and gently squeeze out excess moisture.
- Cook: Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium/high. Use your hands to crumble the tofu into the pan (you can use your spatula to break up the bigger pieces as it cooks). Add remaining ingredients and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until water from tofu has evaporated and mixture is thick and fragrant.
- Serve: Taste and add more salt, pepper, or spices to suit your liking. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 to 7 days.
- Feel free to add sauteed bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, spinach, and more!
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 299 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 299kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 11.3g | 4% |
| Protein | 25.8g | 52% |
| Fat | 17.1g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7g | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 421mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 265mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4.6g | 18% |
| Sugar | 0.6g | 1% |
| Calcium | 163mg | 16% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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