Vegan Fried Egg with Cheese

Discover the perfect plant-based alternative to a classic breakfast staple with this irresistible Vegan Fried Egg with Cheese recipe. Crafted using extra firm tofu as the base, this dish achieves remarkable egg-like flavor and texture with the help of black salt (Kala Namak), known for its subtle sulfuric taste. A harmonious blend of nutritional yeast, turmeric, garlic powder, and paprika adds a rich, savory depth, while golden-fried tofu slices are topped with gooey, melted vegan cheese for the ultimate indulgent finish. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a versatile morning favorite—perfect on toast, in breakfast sandwiches, or paired with your favorite sides. With a simple steaming technique using soy milk to help melt the cheese, this vegan twist on the classic fried egg is both satisfying and entirely cruelty-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams Extra firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black salt (Kala Namak)
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 slices Vegan cheese slices
• 2 tablespoons Soy milk

Directions

Step 1

Drain the extra firm tofu and pat it dry with a clean towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Cut the tofu into half-inch thick slices; aim for two large slices that mimic the shape of a fried egg.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the nutritional yeast, turmeric, black salt, garlic powder, and paprika together.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the tofu slices into the pan.

Step 6

Sprinkle half of the spice mixture evenly across one side of the tofu slices.

Step 7

Cook the tofu for about 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown, then flip the slices.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining spice mixture on the second side of the tofu and cook for another 4-5 minutes.

Step 9

Lower the heat to medium-low and place a slice of vegan cheese on top of each tofu slice.

Step 10

Add 2 tablespoons of soy milk to the pan, which helps in melting the cheese through steam.

Step 11

Cover the pan with a lid and let the cheese melt for about 2 minutes.

Step 12

Once the cheese has melted, remove the vegan fried eggs from the pan.

Step 13

Serve immediately as part of a breakfast sandwich, on toast, or with your choice of side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(313.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	720.8

Total Fat 56.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1422.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 40.9g	0%

Vitamin D 8.5IU	0%
Calcium 1702.4mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 801.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.2%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 7.2%