Author: Looking for an amazing Tofu Scramble recipe unlike any other? Just 5 ingredients of easy to find ingredients and you can make your own homemade tofu scramble spice mix that will make your tofu taste just like eggs! Make this ahead and have it ready to go so breakfast will be ready in minutes!
I was browsing Instagram the other day when I came across a pre-made spice mix that was intended to make tofu scramble taste like eggs. The idea was great, but the price tag- not so much. I had a look at the ingredients and realized I had everything already at hand in my kitchen, so I started playing around and made my own tofu scramble spice mix. And you know what, it really does make tofu taste like eggs. I don't think it's eggy enough to fool someone completely, but it's pretty close and definitely tasty!
The secret to this spice mix is black salt which is also called kala namak. It's the same ingredient I use to make my Vegan Toast Dipping Sauce (which is like a vegan egg yolk).
If your black salt is black in colour, then you have the wrong stuff! Don't use it in this recipe as it won't taste correct and will make your tofu a funny green colour. Yuck. The black salt I'm referring to is actually pink in colour and has a very eggy taste. It's the must-have key ingredient in this tofu scramble spice mix so don't skip it!
You can find black salt online on Amazon or in Indian grocery stores.
To Make the Tofu Scramble Spice Mix:
Add all of the ingredients into a sealable jar and shake well or stir to combine. Store in your pantry until ready to use.
This recipe makes enough for 4 servings but feel free to multiply or reduce the recipe as you see fit.
When you are ready to prepare your tofu scramble:
- Add vegan butter or oil to a pan and heat.
- When hot, add your tofu of choice. Medium-firm tofu will result in a creamy and tender scramble, firm tofu will be a bit less tender, and extra-firm tofu is perfect for a drier scramble.
- Crumble the tofu of choice into the pan, and sprinkle over 2 tablespoons of the tofu scramble spice mix.
- Stir to evenly distribute the spice and heat through.
Feel free to amp up your tofu by first sautéing some veggies of your choice, adding beans, or any other garnishes you like. You can enjoy the scramble plain, on toast, in a breakfast burrito, in a bowl, or anywhere you enjoy.
Store the remaining spice mix in a jar in your cupboard to have at the ready for next time.
Bon appetegan!
Sam.
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Tofu Scramble Spice Mix - Tastes Like Eggs!
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Ingredients
For the tofu seasoning powder:
- ½ cup nutritional yeast
- 4 teaspoons black salt
- 3 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
To use the tofu seasoning powder:
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter or oil, (skip for oil-free)
- 1 block tofu (12 to 15 oz / 350 to 420g) medium-firm, firm, or extra-firm
- 2 tablespoons Tofu Scramble Spice Mix, (recipe above)
Instructions
To make the tofu scramble spice mix:
- Add all of the ingredients into a sealable jar and shake well or stir to combine. Store in your pantry until ready to use.
To make a tofu scramble:
- Add vegan butter or oil to a pan and heat. When hot add your tofu of choice. Medium-firm tofu will result in a creamy and tender scramble, firm tofu will be a bit less tender, and extra-firm tofu is perfect for a drier scramble. Crumble the tofu of choice into the pan, and sprinkle over 2 tablespoons of the tofu scramble spice mix. Stir to evenly distribute the spice and heat through.
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jennifer says
Hi Sam,
I'm really wanting to try this recipe but don't have black salt on hand. I looked on Amazon and now I'm kinda overwhelmed. Could you recommend a brand?
Thanks!
Oh!! And I love every recipe of yours that I've tried so far. Thanks for doing what you do!
Sam Turnbull says
The brand really doesn't matter, I would just purchase the most affordable one but make sure the salt is also called kala namak or that the reviews state that it tastes like eggs so that you are getting the right one. Here's a popular one on amazon. Enjoy!
Kim Burke says
I suggest going to your local Asian market and buy what the have in stock.
Rylin Mariel says
Hi Sam, I clicked on the link, and it just took me to the main Amazon page. Hypertext problem, maybe? Try redoing your linked text.
Sam Turnbull says
Sorry about that. Here's a new link
Nancy says
Best ever vegan recipe loved by my veganl, vegetarian and meat eating friends. I take it to potlucks, I made it for my 90 year old parents and they loved it so much I made a double batch to freeze (hope it freezes well - it never lasts long enugh to freeze leftovers!). My mom can't eat much tumeric, but the spice blend is so perfect it doesn't ovewhelm. I bought black salt - it doesn't seem to add much since the whole dish is wonderful! I added a yellow pepper in my doubling process and a can of red kidney beans with the black beans.
Sam Turnbull says
Wonderful! Thrilled you love it so much, Nancy 🙂
Seema Sesha says
This is absolutely delicious!!!! I looove your spice mix. It’s now a staple in my spice cupboard. Just made this tofu scramble recipe again tonight (with caramelized onions and tomatoes topped with fresh green onion) and it was 5 stars!!!!
Sam Turnbull says
Yay!!
Ali Imran Shaikh says
This has to be a more well-known hack for new vegans!
Sam Turnbull says
Yes it does! Feel free to share it with everyone you know 🙂
Barbara Printz says
Thank you so much for this recipe! I have never liked the savory scrambles that are predominant here in Texas, but this recipe is perfect. I have made waffled tofu and sauteed slices of tofu with the spice sprinkled on both sides, as well as scrambled. I have had problems getting enough protein for breakfast on Weight Watchers and this has been the perfect solution. The waffled tofu is even a perfect finger food from the fridge as a snack, in my opinion. Thank you.
Sam Turnbull says
So happy you enjoy, Barbara 🙂
Felicia says
Can't have soy. How would you use this in a chickpea scramble please?
Sam Turnbull says
Just add to taste. Enjoy!
Kim Burke says
I added to white northern beans because I was out of tofu and it was great wrapped up in a tortilla with fresh spinach!
Yulca says
Was super yummy - will double the recipe next time. Love the shelf life .
Sam Turnbull says
Awesome! So happy you enjoyed, Yulca 🙂
Yulca says
I have been using this for months now, but only today did I use half medium-firm, half silken tofu: OMG, it's as scrambled-eggy (if that's a word ^^) as it gets! A tat watery, but I looooved it. Now I'm out of tofu scramble mix & have to refill my jar asap :-D.
Lydia says
This is the best! To take it up another notch I spooned some of the dipping sauce over the tofu. Together it was awesome! Tasted just like scrambled eggs.
Sam Turnbull says
Delish! So happy you loved it, Lydia 🙂
Kelly says
Just made breakfast burritos with this recipe and my non-vegan husband gave it a high score. It was really quite tasty! Thanks for another great recipe!
Sam Turnbull says
Wonderful! So happy you and your husband loved it, Kelly 🙂
Molly says
I admit I have never been a huge fan of tofu scramble. Until now. This recipe is so simple but so incredibly delicious. I added some frozen spinach and crumbled Gardein breakfast sausage patties, warmed up a few tortillas in the microwave, and dinner was done in 15 minutes! Unbelievable. A jar of this will now have a permanent place in my pantry.Thank you for all you do!
Sam Turnbull says
That's so wonderful, Molly!!! So very happy you loved it so much 🙂
Kendra says
Very tasty and definitely brought my tofu scramble to the next level, but it’s quite salty for my taste. I will keep using this but will be adding less to the pan next time.
Sam Turnbull says
Happy you enjoyed it, Kendra! Black salt tends to get less salty tasting the longer you cook it, so a good hack is just to cook it a little longer next time. Enjoy!
Hedwig says
I never enjoyed tofu.... but that was delicious!!! I used the medium-firm tofu, and I liked everything from texture, taste and color. I’m happy!!!
Sam Turnbull says
Wonderful!! Thrilled you enjoyed it so much, Hedwig 🙂
Jewell says
I made your Tofu spice mix without the black salt. But I added black pepper which needs to be combined with turmeric so our bodies can utilize all the healthful benefits of turmeric. I've made tofu scramble in the past with only turmeric and pepper but I found this to be easier and more flavorful.
Sam Turnbull says
Great! Hopefully, you are able to try it with the black salt in the future as it is really the key ingredient 🙂
Lauren says
Do you really just shake it on the tofu dry, or put it in a sauce..? I'm hoping to try this this weekend but I wanted to make sure I wasn't reading it wrong. 🙂
Joanne says
You just dump it in the bowl with the tofu and mix well. It is really easy. I think the remaining liquid in tofu is what helps it to blend. It is such an easy dinner if you just want to throw something together.
Lauren says
Do you press the tofu when you make it, or just crumble and shake?
Joanne says
I buy extra firm (super firm is a little too dry for this), put it in a big bowl,break it up a bit, add spices and mix in. You really can’t make a mistake!
Lauren says
Awesome, thanks. That's what I've been doing lately, but with a sauce seasoning instead of a dry mix. Should be interesting! Now, if my husband will eat it, there's the real tell.
Joanne says
Adding thought (hope you don’t mind, Sam). Getting hubby to eat is all about toppings. I have salsa, black olives, avocado, etc., or mushrooms, onions, asparagus; or fresh basil, tomatoes, onions. Non vegans seem to like that and the next thing you know they are asking for tofu scramble!
Sam Turnbull says
I love adding a ton of toppings to my tofu scramble!
Sam Turnbull says
Just crumble 🙂
Lauren says
Thanks, Sam!
Joanne, that’s the difficult thing with my husband: he was VERY picky before we became veganish. No tomatoes, no onions, no avocados, no condiments... It’s a lot.
Sam Turnbull says
Yep just add 2 tablespoons of the mix to the tofu in a pan and heat it up. There is enough moisture in the tofu that it will mix easily. Enjoy!
Melissa Frazier says
I have been making your tofu scramble from your cook book for the past year. My husband even loves it!!!!
Sam Turnbull says
Awesome! So happy you're a fan 🙂
Bajan_mum says
I love adding black salt to my scramble, bit I've got a feeling my tofu scramble skills are about to ramp up another level...yes!
Sam Turnbull says
Oh yes they are! Haha, I hope you love it 🙂
Joanne says
If anyone reads this recipe and wonders if if the black salt will really make a difference, it does. I had made tofu scramble for years and always had a tofu buffet with lots of toppings at Xmas. When I bought Sam’s book and saw her recipe included black salt I decided to give it a try. It was amazing! A few weeks later, when my brother was at the holiday brunch he commented right away that the scramble was even better than usual.
This morning when Sam’s email popped up we had just finished our tofu scramble with a topping of fresh zucchini, slim little fairy eggplants, tomatoes and rosemary. Yum! Oh! And the salt is great for any sandwich spread, like Sam’s chickpea salad to give it an eggy taste.
Sam Turnbull says
Thank you, Joanne! So happy you are enjoying my recipes and the magic that is black salt!
Cat says
I love when I see your posts pop up in my email...they always reminds me how much I miss your videos & then I usually rewatch one of em
Sam Turnbull says
Awww that's lovely! I hope to post a new video again soon 🙂
Catherine says
I'm giving it a 5 because its very similar to my recipe, and i know its delicious! I also add adobo, instead of onion powder. It's a common Latino spice in the U.S. And I add dill and a few dashes of Ethiopian Berbere for a little something something! I appreciate that you measured your spices, I just throw mine in, but it would be helpful to have an actual mix.
Fantastic!
Sam Turnbull says
Awesome, thanks Catherine 🙂
Lucy says
The first time I used black salt (purchased from a small Indian food store) my stepdaughter walked into the kitchen, wrinkled her nose, and asked “Who farted?” Yup, it smells that much like eggs.
Sam Turnbull says
Haha! It really does! You wouldn't believe how eggy my house smelled while I was testing this recipe over and over again. Very weird for a vegan household to smell of eggs... Haha
Lisa says
Perfect, I made this for breakfast and the kids loved it.
Sam Turnbull says
Yay! SO happy it was a hit 🙂