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Tofu Scramble

Cultural Context

Tofu scramble originated as a plant-based alternative to scrambled eggs, gaining popularity in the 1970s among vegetarians and vegans. It embodies the ethos of using simple, nutritious ingredients to create a satisfying meal. Today, variations abound globally, with spices and vegetables tailored to local tastes, making it a versatile dish enjoyed by many.

AmericanUSmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
silken tofu
1 tablespoon vegan butter
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon black salt (Kaloon namak)
nutritional yeast
spring onion (scallion)
Ezekiel bread

tofu

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: tempeh

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: chickpeas

Tempeh is higher in protein, while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

nutritional yeast

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: miso paste

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: parmesan cheese

Miso adds umami flavor, while parmesan is often more accessible.

black salt

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: sea salt

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: table salt

Sea salt is a common substitute for flavor.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is less expensive.

1

Drain the excess liquid from the silken tofu into a bowl.

2

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegan butter; let it melt.

3

Once the butter is melted, add the silken tofu and break it up slightly with a fork.

4

Cook the tofu until it starts to sizzle and dry out a bit, stirring occasionally.

5

Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric and stir to combine, allowing it to cook down for a bit.

6

Add 1 teaspoon of black salt and stir well to distribute the flavor.

7

Add a little nutritional yeast and mix it in, continuing to cook until the tofu is less soggy.

8

Chop spring onion using kitchen scissors and stir it into the tofu mixture.

9

Toast slices of Ezekiel bread until golden brown.

10

Serve the scrambled tofu on the toasted bread, garnishing with additional spring onion.

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉingmixing

Equipment Needed

skilletforkbowlkitchen scissorstoaster

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Vegan ScrambleTofu Eggs

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