I’ve been vegan for four years now and have only just started appreciating tofu…
Previously, I believed it to be a tasteless, ugly and generally off-putting but turns out I just hadn’t tried the right recipes.
Now I am a total convert! Tofu for breakfast, tofu for lunch, dinner and even desserts.
These vegan hard scrambled eggs are my new favourite savoury breakfast.
What are “hard” scrambled eggs?
The soft kind of scrambled eggs are the really light and creamy kind. Which means the hard kind are fully-cooked and almost more “chunky” with a bit more texture.
That’s the kind of scrambled I prefer, personally. So this is what I’m making here.
Tofu scrambles are a really super easy way to use tofu, get some extra protein and is delicious served with mixed veggies or just piled on top of some toast or in a wrap.
My version is more like an alternative to scrambled eggs and I think it works really well as a replacement. To achieve this, I use black salt (aka ‘kala namak’) which has a natural sulfur/eggy flavour and a generous dollop of a vegan buttery spread.
Using a good tasting vegan butter (I recommend Vitalite, Flora Freedom or Earth Balance Buttery) really transforms this into a recognisable scrambled egg flavour. You can, of course, use olive oil if you prefer but I urge you to find a good tasting buttery spread if you want that classic scramble flavour!
When it comes to “eggy” dishes, I usually turn to chickpea flour. For example, my Spanish Omelette recipe, which I make almost every week! But now I’m convinced tofu might take the lead when it comes to scrambles.
This scramble is:
- Vegan and dairy-free
- Naturally gluten and grain-free
- High in protein
- Quick and easy
- Delicious and versatile
Vegan Scrambled Eggs made with Tofu
A delicious, protein-rich alternative to scrambled eggs. Add your favourite veggies, serve on top of toast, with vegan sausages or in a wrap for breakfast on-the-go!
Ingredients
- 400g firm tofu, drained
- 1 ½ tbsp dairy-free butter, (use 1 tbsp olive oil, if you prefer)
- ½ tsp black salt, (or 'Kala Namak' - see notes)
- 2 tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- (Optional) ¼ cup / 60ml dairy-free milk, (unsweetened) - If you want a softer, creamier scramble
To serve:
- (Optional) fresh chives, chopped
- ground black pepper
Instructions
- Chop and crumble the tofu it into small pieces, using your hands or a masher.
- Add the dairy-free butter to a large skillet or frying pan on a medium heat.
- Tip in the crumbled tofu and add the seasonings. Cook for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
- (Optional) add in the dairy-free milk if you want a softer, creamier scramble and cook for a further minute.
- Serve! I love to add chopped chives to mine, for a finish touch.
- This scramble is delicious mixed in with veggies, put in a wrap, on top of toast or as part of a "Full English" with vegan sausages, grilled tomatoes & mushrooms.
Notes
The black salt really helps give this dish an "eggy" flavour but if you can't get hold of it, just use regular salt. It's still delicious!
S says
Perfect vegan substitute to scrambled eggs! Thank you for this recipe :)
Stacey says
Is it possible to prepare this dish beforehand in the evening, and put it in the microwave the next morning? I’m so lazy in the morning.
Aimee says
It is indeed! I make a big batch ahead and then reheat for a couple of minutes in a frying pan but you could also use the microwave. Hope you enjoy :)
Tammy Neal says
Love the tofu scramble xx
Sharon says
Stunning pics Aimee! ❤️ I love tofu scramble! It’s one of my favourite ‘go to’ easy weeknight meals. I never liked scrambled egg (I can’t bear the ‘eggy’ flavour) so I never add the black salt, but simply flavour it up with other spice mixes instead. It’s such a versatile recipe isn’t it?
Sarah | Well and Full says
Wow this tofu scramble looks incredible… especially on toast!! But who am I kidding, I love everything on toast!! :D
johanna @ green gourmet giraffe says
Tofu is such a great ingredient – had it crumbed today in a japanese rice dish which was so good – though tofu bacon is probably our favourite tofu recipe. I find that tofu scrambles are not quite right for me (never having eaten scrambled eggs) but I really love mixing tofu and besan in omelets and quichese – will check out your spanish omelette recipe which sounds great if you make it every week.
Aimee says
Hi Johanna, yes the spanish omelette is amazing! I make one up and keep it in the fridge for lunches over 2-3 days :) Hope you enjoy