Southwest Tofu Scramble with black beans and potatoes is a quick vegan breakfast recipe full of flavors and nutrition. This healthy breakfast scramble is made with simple ingredients and simple seasonings.
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Tofu can be bland, but, if you prepare it with the right spices, it can be lip-smackingly good!
I like my tofu mixed with all kinds of spices. I have marinated it in Indian spices and in Mexican salsa!
But, I love starting the day with it! This basic tofu scramble has become my go-to morning recipe.
Tips for making it
– This easy tofu scramble recipe is just a little bit on the spicy side. If you don’t want it to be too spicy, skip the Serrano or hatch chili, but, keep the red chili powder. Use spice according to your taste.
– For this recipe, I used regular potatoes which I don’t do often but it makes for a nice and hearty dinner. You can substitute sweet potatoes if you prefer. Either way, it will be a delicious meal
– Use a potato masher to scramble the pressed tofu. It’s going to make your life very easy.
– Don’t thaw the sweet kernel corn, if you are using frozen corn. If you can’t find fresh bell peppers, use frozen and do not thaw.
– You can even top it with this homemade sofrito recipe
So, why is this the BEST tofu scramble recipe? When I eat it for breakfast, I feel energized and satiated for hours. The plant-based protein in this meal makes this a very filling way to start the day.
How to press tofu without a tofu press
– Place two paper towels on a non-wood cutting board.
– Drain the liquid from the tofu box.
– Place the extra-firm tofu on the paper napkin.
– Place something heavy on top of the napkin. A great way is to weigh it down with a heavy nonstick skillet or large skillet.
– Leave the pans for 20 minutes. if it has a lot of water, keep it for 30 minutes.
– Remove the pans and discard the napkins. Wipe the block of tofu with a tea cloth to remove any excess moisture.
– The extra firm tofu should be drained by now and ready to use. Can be cooked on medium heat or, if on medium-high heat, keep a very close eye on it.
Why choose tofu over real eggs?
The most obvious reason is that tofu is vegan and eggs are not! Real scrambled eggs make use of eggs laid by chickens and that makes them an animal product which is a big no-no on a vegan diet.
Some vegetarians will eat traditional scrambled eggs, but most can’t stand that eggy flavor or taste. If you want to learn more about veganism, check out my guide on what vegans eat and not eat.
The other vegan alternative is to use something like Just Eggs. I am not a fan, but it’s been huge in the vegan community.
Adding hot sauce or making this spicy gochujang tofu can make it far more interesting. It’s a very exotic tofu recipe that no one can resist.
Is this the first time you are making tofu scramble?
I learned how to make tofu in the air fryer and it’s a game changer! Try it and let me know what you think.
Answering Common Questions
– Extra firm tofu
– Black beans
– Red or baby potatoes
– Nutritional yeast
– Red onions
– Sea salt or pink salt.
– Homemade salsa
– Taco seasoning (this gives the scramble its famous yellow color)
– Optional ingredients -> Garlic powder, onion powder, black salt (kala namak), and green onions
Extra-firm tofu and firm tofu work great in this recipe. If you find medium-firm tofu, use that too. I have heard people make silken tofu scramble, but I haven’t had much luck with it.
Yes, coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, and avocado oil are all great to make this scramble. You can use a little oil or a lot and it will taste good.
No, you can cut it into small pieces or large chunks, if you don’t like crumbled tofu.
Make ahead and storing leftovers
This easy tofu recipe can be put into lunch meal prep recipes. My favorite way is to serve it with a side of edamame and this kale salad.
Make sure you store it in a (Affiliate Link) airtight container so that it stays fresh for a week. Leftover tofu scramble can also be stored in the same container and eaten in a couple of days.
If you love reverse dinners, this scrambled tofu can be a fun dinner recipe.
How to serve this southwest tofu scramble
- Put some vegan feta into this scramble and put it into a breakfast burrito recipe.
- Make just the tofu scramble without the potatoes. On the side, make these super easy breakfast potatoes.
- Serve it as a side to a sliced avocado toast or a sweet potato hash.
- Waffles with a side of tofu scramble are always a pleasing comfort food.
- I served it with a fresh fruit salad and it was so delicious.
What are some of your favorite vegan breakfast recipes?
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Southwestern Tofu Scramble
Ingredients
For roasting the potatoes
- 7 baby potatoes Skin on, Each potato cut into 4 pieces
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp sea salt
For the rest of recipe
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp cumin seeds
- 2 cloves garlic grated
- ¼ red onion finely chopped
- ½ piece Hatch chili or Serrano, finely chopped
- 1 cup red bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 tsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 Tbsp taco seasoning
- ½ cup sweet corn
- ½ cup black beans thoroughly washed
- ½ Block extra firm tofu pressed, crumbled
- 1 tsp Lime juice Freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- In a bowl, add extra virgin olive oil, sea salt and cut potatoes
- Spread the potatoes on a baking tray, roast for 20 minutes
- While the potatoes are in the oven, heat a medium pan and add oil
- Add cumin seeds, chopped garlic, hatch chili and red onions until onions brown
- Add the bell peppers until they soften (about 7 min)
- Add corn, black beans and tofu.
- Add nutritional yeast, cayenne pepper and taco seasoning. Mix well
- Add the roasted potatoes and lime juice.
- Garnish with Cilantro and serve immediately
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This post has been updated on 2-15-19 with size-optimized images, Useful tips and a video showing how I made this tofu scramble. I also added the section on how to press the tofu because its a very common question I get. Here is the link to the original post which was posted on Jan 23, 2019 at 639pm
I’m with you on skipping the vegan eggs! Tofu is a better choice and this recipe makes good use of it. All the flavors I love.
Thank you so much, Debra. I am so happy to hear that.