This savory Camping Tofu Scramble is quick and easy to make. Customize it to your liking!
When I go camping I like to make my experience as easy as possible. That includes cooking. Camping can be a lot of work since there aren't the conveniences of home - gathering firewood, setting up camp, cooking, cleaning up, etc.
When I camp it is usually at higher elevations because I like to escape Tucson's heat in the summer months. The higher elevation can be a strain on the body if you aren't used to it.
I try to make meals ahead of time to make things easier for me, but if I am on a road trip for over a week, I am bound to run out of something.
That was the case with my latest trip to Colorado. I ran out of breakfast food while staying at a guesthouse in Durango.
Luckily there was a health food store in walking distance (which is my idea of heaven). I was set to leave to go camping for a couple of days and needed supplies.
I stocked up on some produce and tofu, but I wasn't really thinking about what seasoning I would use for the tofu. The guesthouse had some pantry items, so I grabbed a small amount of a chili spice blend.
After I settled in my camp I decided to make some Tofu Scramble. Luckily, I had packed a couple of sample packets of Bragg's Nutritional Yeast and Bragg's Sprinkle 24 Herbs & Spices Seasoning.
Unfortunately, I cannot tell you how much was in the sample packets since I did not think to measure them, so I put "to taste" in my recipe. (It really is a matter of taste anyway.)
What Kind of Tofu Is Used?
I think firm tofu is best for this recipe. You could also use extra firm tofu, but I prefer to use that for recipes where the tofu needs to hold together like grilling.
How to Make This Recipe
- Drain tofu.
- Add olive oil or spray to a hot skillet on medium high heat.
- Add crumbled tofu, nutritional yeast, herbs and spices. Cook until slightly browned.
- Add chopped tomato. Cook about a minute.
- Add spinach cook 2-3 minutes or until wilted.
- Add vegan cheddar and cook until melted
When I go camping I am in "go with the flow" mode. I don't always have a plan, but make use of what is on hand. I also ran out of juice for my vodka, so I came up with a Camping Cocoa with Vodka, which turned out delicious.
When making a Tofu Scramble, you can make it many ways. I have made Tofu Scramble with turmeric, tamari, and different vegetables than used here.
I have also made it with beans in my Tofu Scramble and Black Bean Breakfast Burrito. The possibilities are endless. As long as you have some seasonings and some vegetables, you can whip up a Tofu Scramble.
Variations
- roasted vegetables
- kale
- potatoes
- sun-dried tomatoes
- asparagus
- broccoli
- tomatoes
- salsa
- guacamole or sliced avocado
- hot sauce
- spices: Italian: basil, oregano, rosemary, sage, thyme, or Italian seasoning, Mexican: chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper or chipotle pepper
How Long Does Tofu Scramble Last?
This tofu scramble recipe will last about 4-5 days in an airtight container in a camping cooler as long as there's plenty of ice!
Is Tofu Scramble Good The Next Day?
Tofu scramble is great for leftovers several days after it is made.
Recipe
If you are looking for an easy camping meal, you've come to the right place. Tofu scramble is one of the easiest vegan recipes you could make.
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You May Need:
Camping Tofu Scramble
Ingredients
- 14 oz. firm / extra firm tofu
- 1 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet Bragg's Nutritional Yeast or to taste
- 1 packet Bragg's Sprinkle 24 Herbs & Spices Seasoning or to taste
- 2 pinches chili spice blend
- ⅓ of a Hot House tomato chopped
- 4 cups spinach
- ¼ cup vegan cheddar shredded or chopped - I used Follow Your Heart
Instructions
- If possible, press tofu first with a heavy object like a skillet on top of tofu to press out water. Crumble tofu.
- Heat oil, then add crumbled tofu, nutritional yeast, herbs and spices. Cook until slightly browned.
- Add chopped tomato and mix with tofu. Cook for a minute or so.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Add vegan cheddar and cook until it is slightly melted.
Nutrition
*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.
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