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Potato Tofu Scramble

Published: May 4, 2025 by Janelle Hama *This post may contain affiliate links. Disclosure

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Potato Tofu Scramble is a hearty vegan breakfast made with crispy potatoes and fluffy scrambled tofu seasoned with eggy black salt.


One meal I used to love is scrambled eggs with potatoes, just thinking about that combo still makes my mouth water.

After switching to a plant-based diet, I craved something that could bring back that familiar flavor and texture. This potato and tofu scramble totally hits the spot. I never imagined tofu for breakfast before switching my diet, but with the right ingredients, it’s become a go-to dish for me.

If I’m skipping potatoes, I make a tofu and chickpea flour scramble instead. Either way, I always pair it with something fresh like this cucumber salad with yogurt sauce, you’ll spot it in the photos. Other delicious pairings to try are this tomato relish or vegan french toast.

For more breakfast ideas, check out my chickpea omelet which can be filled with veggies, or this vegan breakfast sandwich, or air fryer breakfast potatoes.

a white bowl of scrambled potato cubes and tofu
I'm thrilled I can swap out the egg and use tofu to make a brekky I dearly love

Ingredients

The complete list of ingredients with measurements, can be found in the full recipe card below.

You’ll find the full scrambled tofu recipe in the recipe card below, don’t adjust the quantity; it’s the perfect match for the amount of potato here.

  • Potatoes: Choose a firm potato that pan-fries well. I dice them small so they cook quickly and crisp up nicely in the pan.
  • Agar agar (optional): This ingredient is part of the scramble recipe. It gives the tofu a slightly wobbly, egg-like texture. You can find it at most Asian grocers or this is the agar I like. If you don’t have it, just leave it out, no problem!
  • Black salt (kala namak): This is key to the eggy flavor in tofu scrambles. I highly recommend keeping it in if you can find it, it makes a big difference.

Feel free to add additional diced vegetables or leafy greens to this potato tofu recipe if you like. You will need to adjust the oil, salt and pepper to accomodate for any additional ingredients used.

vegan scrambled egg inredients
a potato, a bowl of oil and salt and pepper on a white marble bench

a white plate with a fork and scrambled tofu and diced golden potatoes

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Recipe

a white bowl of scrambled potato cubes and tofu

Potato Tofu Scramble

Potato Tofu Scramble is a hearty vegan breakfast made with crispy potatoes and fluffy scrambled tofu seasoned with eggy black salt.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Any
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Janelle Hama

Ingredients

  • 1 batch Tofu scramble (prepare the full recipe as is) 
  • 300 grams All-rounder potatoes peeled and diced into ¾ cm (⅓ inch) cubes
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil or as needed
  • ⅓ teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Cracked black pepper or to taste
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Instructions

  • Heat a pan over high heat with the olive oil. Immediately add the diced potatoes and pan-fry, stirring constantly, for about 7 minutes or until golden. Season with salt and pepper halfway through cooking.
  • Transfer the golden potatoes to a plate and set aside. In the same pan, prepare the tofu scramble according to the linked recipe.
  • Once the tofu scramble is ready, return the cooked potatoes to the pan and gently stir to combine.
    Turn off the heat and serve the potato tofu scramble topped with your favorite chopped herbs or fresh vegetables.

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Notes

 
 
 
Nutritional info only takes into account plain tofu. For accurate info, please take into account the tofu scramble recipe too.

Nutrition

Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 405mg | Potassium: 633mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 266mg | Iron: 4mg

N.B., nutrition info is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. This will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.


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  1. Maria

    July 31, 2024 at 12:20 am

    5 stars
    This tofu and potato scramble is incredibly healthy and satisfying. I’m excited to make it again this weekend!

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