Everyday Dishes

Vegan Tamagoyaki (Rolled Omelet)

4 servings
Vegan Diet, Vegetarian Diet, Japanese Pan Frying

This plant-based take on the classic Japanese rolled omelet has a good balance of savory and sweet. Rolling the omelet takes a little patience, but you’ll be rewarded with a treat that you can enjoy as a stand alone dish or as an "eggcellent" sushi filling.

1x
Chef Marisa Chef Marisa Resident Chef
September 20, 2024
  • 30 min.
  • 30 min.
  • 3/5
Print

Ingredients:

Vegan Tamagoyaki

Corn starch may be substituted for potato starch.

Tools:

Directions:

1. Prepare the Batter:

  • In a food processor, combine 1 block of firm silken tofu, ¾ cup + 1 tablespoon of vegan dashi (or vegetable stock), ½ cup mung bean flour, 3 tablespoons tamari, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons potato starch, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon black salt (Kala Namak), ¼ teaspoon turmeric, and a pinch of salt.
  • Blend until smooth and well combined.
  • Adjust the turmeric for more color, or the black salt for a more pronounced “egg-y” flavor, as desired.

2. Preheat the Pan:

  • Place a  5 ½ x 7 ½ inch tamago pan on your heat source and heat over medium heat.
  • For ease of oiling the pan, crumple a paper towel and dip it into your oil.
  • Use chopsticks or a pair of tongs to wipe the oil drenched paper towel across the pan.

3. Cook the Tamagoyaki:

  • Pour a thin layer of the tofu mixture into the pan, just enough to cover the bottom.
  • Cook until the edges begin to set and the surface is no longer wet about 2-3 minutes.

4. Roll the Omelet:

  • Gently roll the cooked layer toward one side of the pan using chopsticks or a spatula.
  • Lightly oil the pan again.
  • Push the rolled omelet to the opposite side of the pan, then pour another thin layer of the tofu mixture into the pan.
  • Allow the uncooked layer to flow under the rolled portion, cooking until set. Roll the omelet again and repeat the process once more.
  • Three layers will complete one tamagoyaki. Make a second tamagoyaki by repeating steps 2-4.

5 Wrap and Cool:

  • Once fully cooked and rolled, transfer the tamagoyaki onto a damp bamboo rolling mat.
  • Wrap it tightly in the mat and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
  • This will help shape the tamagoyaki and give it a uniform texture.

6 Slice and Serve:

  • Unwrap the tamagoyaki and cut it into 6 even pieces.
  • Serve with freshly grated daikon, if desired.
About the Author:
Chef MarisaResident Chef
# 5
  • Published Recipes: 10
  • Av. Recipe Evaluation:
  • Member since: 2024-09-16
Profile & Recipes

Add My Review

If you want to add your review, you must log in.

Log In Join for Free

Reviews of Vegan Tamagoyaki (Rolled Omelet) Recipe by Cook Chef Marisa

Av. Recipe Evaluation1x
5 Stars(100%)
4 Stars(0%)
3 Stars(0%)
2 Stars(0%)
1 Star(0%)

Disclaimer

All content and information (including recipes, articles, and other materials) on CookingHub.com are the opinions of the authors and are not intended to provide dietary, medical, legal, or political advice. Consult with a professional before deciding to follow these opinions.

Authors and www.CookingHub.com (operated by CookingHub Foundation) are not responsible for any part of any possible outcome or its consequences, which include (but are not limited to):

  • Any health risk related to the handling of food, food quality, and/or not following USDA recommendations (including minimum safe serving temperatures and other guidelines).
  • Safety during preparation, including the handling of equipment and the equipment’s suitability for food preparation.
  • Improper performance of cooking techniques.
  • Sourcing of ingredients, providing tools, equipment, and anything else related to the preparation and consumption of the products of this recipe.
  • Nutritional data and information and diet-related information (and their accuracy). It is important to consult with your medical provider to ensure that the diet you are considering is suitable for you and to verify the information provided before proceeding.
  • The overall outcome of following recipes, including the look and taste of the final product.
  • Possible errors in articles and recipes (including incorrectly or unclearly explained steps and directions).
  • Typos.

All readers (users and visitors of www.CookingHub.com) are responsible for evaluating the recipes and articles and making their own decisions about whether to follow the steps and recommendations. They must ensure that the ingredients and steps fit with their dietary restrictions and avoid preparation methods that could pose a health risk due to an unsuitable diet.