Tempeh Scramble: The “Eggy” Breakfast Bowl

Name: Tempeh Scramble: The “Eggy” Breakfast Bowl
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3 to 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz fresh tempeh, crumbled into egg-curd-sized pieces; ½ tsp kala namak (black salt); 2 tbsp nutritional yeast; ½ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp turmeric; ½ tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 2 tsp tamari; 1 tsp dried thyme; black pepper to taste; 2 tbsp neutral oil; ½ yellow onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 2 cups baby spinach

June 19, 2026

Tempeh Scramble: The “Eggy” Breakfast Bowl is a soy-free tempeh bowl made with fresh, fermented chickpea tempeh instead of soy. A few simple swaps keep it gluten-free, too.

3 to 4 servings · About 20 min · Soy-free · Gluten-free option

Why fermented chickpea tempeh

Because our tempeh is cultured from chickpeas rather than soybeans, it brings a mild, savory, nutty base that carries bold flavors well and keeps the whole dish soy-free.

Ingredients

8 oz fresh tempeh, crumbled into egg-curd-sized pieces
½ tsp kala namak (black salt)
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp turmeric
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp tamari
1 tsp dried thyme
black pepper to taste
2 tbsp neutral oil
½ yellow onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
2 cups baby spinach

Instructions

Spice slurry. combine kala namak, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, turmeric, paprika, Dijon mustard, tamari, thyme, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium. Sauté onion and bell pepper 5 min until softened.
Add crumbled tempeh; stir to combine with vegetables.
Pour spice slurry over everything; stir well to coat. Cook 4 to 5 min, letting some pieces develop golden color without constant stirring.
Fold in spinach; stir 2 min until wilted.
Taste and adjust, kala namak intensifies as it sits.

Chef note: Kala namak (“black salt”) is a sulfurous mineral salt that makes this convincingly eggy. Find it at Indian grocery stores or online. Start with the stated amount, a little goes a long way.

Make it with

This pairs with Tempeh Bacon. Start from a block of OG Raw Chickpea Tempeh (shop it here). Short on time? Reach for our heat-and-serve 5-Minute Tempeh Scramble.

Allergen swaps

Tamari → coconut aminos (soy-free).

Frequently asked questions

Is Tempeh Scramble: The “Eggy” Breakfast Bowl soy-free?

Yes. Our tempeh is fermented from chickpeas, not soybeans, so this recipe is naturally soy-free. Check any packaged sauces or condiments if soy is a strict concern.

How do I make it gluten-free?

The tempeh itself is gluten-free. Use gluten-free bread, tamari, or noodles wherever the recipe calls for the standard version, and confirm any packaged sauces are gluten-free.