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Onion Garlic Tofu Scramble

Onion and garlic sautéed sweet, then tofu and egg—hearty without feeling greasy.

Total 18 min Skillet Easy 1 servings
Skillet Budget-friendly mealsCooking for one
Onion Garlic Tofu Scramble

Sweat onion until sweet, let tofu pick up garlic, then bind everything with egg.

Steps

How to make it

Prep 8 min · Cook 10 min

  1. Cut 1/2 block tofu into cubes and pat dry; beat 2 eggs; cut 1/2 onion into fine strips; mince 2 garlic cloves.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium; pan-fry tofu in a single layer until lightly golden on each side (about 1 minute per side); set aside.
  3. Add 1 tsp more olive oil to the same pan; stir-fry garlic about 20 seconds, then add onion over high heat and cook about 2 minutes until translucent and sweet.
  4. Return tofu; toss gently about 1 minute, then drizzle in 1 tsp soy sauce and a pinch of salt.
  5. Push the mixture to the side; pour eggs into the center. When half set, fold gently and toss with the tofu and onion (about 1 minute).
  6. When egg is fully set and tofu stays mostly intact, serve.

Tips & storage

Make it easier

  • Pat tofu dry so it holds shape.
  • Drain vegetables well before cooking; excess water steams them and softens the texture.

Best fresh; refrigerate up to 1 day and reheat in a pan.

Substitutions

Scallions instead of onion.

Optional add-ins

+Diced ham+Shredded cheese+Chopped scallions

FAQ

Skip soy sauce?

Use salt and white pepper.

Soft tofu?

Yes—fold gently.

What should I do if the vegetables release water?

Drain them well and cook in batches so the pan stays hot instead of turning the vegetables soft and watery.