Crispy Tofu Hash Browns
These flavorful tofu hashbrowns have the perfect crispy texture, just like a hash brown - but higher protein and great for a breakfast or brunch!
Servings: 2 -4
Calories: 269kcal
Ingredients
- 16 oz super firm tofu* See Note below
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt add more at the end to taste
- 1/4 tsp fresh black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Toppings
- diced green onion
- vegan cheese shreds
Instructions
- Pat your super firm tofu dry with a paper towel or dish cloth. Shred your tofu using a grater. Try to make long strokes to get more hash-brown-like pieces. FYI- some of your tofu with crumble naturally as you grate it - that's okay! Just try to shred as much of the block as possible.
- In a large bowl combine your tofu shreds with the spices and mix well.
- Coat a large saucepan (the largest one you have) with 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Let it warm for a few minutes. Add your tofu hashbrown mixture and spread it evenly over the pan to create a large circle. Press it down with your spatula evenly.
- Cook your tofu hashbrown for ~ 6 minutes, then flip. It should be golden and crispy. *FYI - the tofu hash brown does not maintain one large circle and will break into smaller pieces- this is okay!Cook on the other side for another 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Optional but recommended - Top your hashbrown with some cheddar cheese. Turn heat to low and cover for a few minutes until melty.
- Serve by itself or with some fresh fruit and toast. Finish with your favorite toppings like diced green onion, salsa, avocado, cilantro, and more! Add more salt for your taste.
Notes
⭐️I tried this recipe many times and found that super firm tofu created the best texture (and was easier to shred). This is tofu that has been pressed excessively to remove excess water and is denser than extra firm tofu.
If you can't find super firm tofu you can still use extra firm tofu, but make sure you press it for at least 20 minutes and pat dry thoroughly.
⭐️Depending on how hungry you are, this recipe can serve between 2-4.
Nutrition
Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 726mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 3mg