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A side view of a big blue plate is filled with a big helping of scrambled tofu. A slice of toast and jam, some avocado slices, and some tomato slices are also on the plate. Fresh fruit and a small cup of coffee are next to the plate. The morning light is coming through the side of the image and onto the plate.

Quick and Easy Scrambled Tofu

Quick and easy vegan tofu scramble! Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is rich and creamy that’s perfect for breakfast, in burritos, or on avocado toast. Yum!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 161

Ingredients
  

  • 1 block firm tofu gently squeezed and crumbled
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • ½ cup soy milk or other plant based milk
  • 1 tablespoon vegan mayo
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon vegan butter
  • Pinch salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pan
  • Measuring spoons
  • measuring cups
  • mixing spoon
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Crumble and cook the tofu. Drain the water from the tofu block and gently squeeze it in between a few sheets of paper towel or a clean kitchen towel. You don’t need to press the tofu, but just get some of the water out of it. Crumble the tofu into a large skillet and add the tablespoon of vegan butter. Cook over medium-high heat until the majority of the water has evaporated and it has lightly browned, about 8 minutes in my pan.
  2. Mix the sauce together. While the tofu is cooking, in a large measuring cup, combine the soy milk with vegan mayo, soy sauce, turmeric, garlic, onion, paprika, nutritional yeast, and a generous pinch of salt and some freshly cracked black pepper. Whisk together until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Combine and cook. Add the sauce mixture to the tofu in the pan and let it cook for 1-2 minutes, depending on how “runny” you like your eggs to be.
  4. Serve and enjoy! Plate up and enjoy! Sprinkle with additional salt or black pepper as needed.

Notes

  • Variations 
    • Want to make them with veggies? Add the veggies when you add the crumbled tofu. Things like peppers, onion, mushrooms, and asparagus all are great. If you want to add spinach or kale, add them when you add the sauce as they don’t take as long to cook. 
    • Switch out the seasonings! Want to make these more southwestern inspired? Maybe with some Indian spices? You can totally add those to the sauce and really customize the flavors.
  • How to Store
    • Fridge: Store any leftover scrambled tofu in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days.