This Tofu Potato Galette is a hearty, protein-packed vegan dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. It’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, loaded with flavors from nutritional yeast, turmeric, and fresh scallions. The addition of chickpea flour gives it a nice structure and slight nuttiness. This recipe is a simple, delicious way to enjoy plant-based ingredients.
Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, this Crispy Tofu Potato Galette is the answer to all your problems. Well, maybe not all. But if you’re wondering what you should make for your next meal, look no further!
The nutritional yeast, turmeric, and fresh scallions give it a vibrant, aromatic flavor, while the tofu and potato lend a hearty interior to the galette. Whether served for as a main or a side, or for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this simple yet impressive plant-based dish is bound to impress you and your loved ones
What is a Galette?
A galette is just a flat, round, freeform pastry that can have various sweet or savory fillings associated most with the French region of Brittany. Its rustic ingredients and appearance make it a popular choice for professional chefs and home cooks, and because it’s such a simple combination of in-season ingredients and delicious pastry, it is one of the most popular staples of French cuisine.
How to Make Crispy Tofu Potato Galette
Making the Batter
Dice the carrot, boil the potatoes, then mash them. Finely chop the green onion, reserving the greens for garnish.
Combine the crumbled tofu, vegetables, chickpea flour, all-purpose flour, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Slowly add the plant-based milk or water and mix until a thick batter forms.
Cooking the Crispy Tofu Potato Galette
Shallow fry the galette batter in a large skillet with some vegetable oil. Cook for about 6 minutes, until the bottom is crispy and golden. Flip and then cook for another 6 minutes until the other side is golden brown.
Serve the tofu potato galette with some of the reserved green onions and serve with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients and Substitutes for Crispy Tofu Potato Galette
Firm Tofu: Use extra-firm tofu if you prefer a firmer texture, or substitute with mashed chickpeas for a soy-free version.
Nutritional Yeast: Substitute with 1 tbsp of miso paste for a different umami flavor.
Chickpea Flour: Swap with rice flour or almond flour..
All-Purpose Flour: Use whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour mix as needed.
Plant-Based Milk: Substitute with water or vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
Tips for the Perfect Crispy Tofu Potato Galette
Achieving the Perfect Texture:
Press the tofu: Before crumbling the tofu, press out excess water to help the galette hold together better.
Don’t overmix: Stir the batter just until combined to avoid a gummy texture.
Crispiness: Cook on medium-low heat to ensure a crispy outer layer without burning the galette.
Cooking Tips:
Flip with care: If you’re not confident in flipping with a spatula, slide the galette onto a plate, invert another plate over it, and then flip. Return it to the pan to cook the second side.
Use a non-stick pan: This helps prevent sticking and ensures a smooth cooking process.
What to Serve with Crispy Tofu Potato Galette
You can serve this dish with any dip or sauce of your choice. I find that soy sauce really complements the flavors in the tofu potato galette, but it can also work with just about any chutney if you’re in the mood for more spice, or even vegan pesto if you would like something more nutty and herby.
Variations on Crispy Tofu Potato Galette
If you feel like adding your favorite fruits, vegetables, or nuts to your galette, go crazy! The possibilities are endless, and provided you do not add anything with too much water in it, the galette should stay crispy. Asparagus are a favorite of mine in the spring, but spinach, green peas, or broccoli are great to up the protein content. If you’re looking for a sweet treat, cherry or peach galette are my first choice.
This Crispy Tofu Potato Galette is the perfect protein-packed accompaniment to any meal. It's a simple and delicious way to enjoy plant-based goodness for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
2green onionschopped (whites and greens separated)
Vegetable oilfor frying
Instructions
Prep the Vegetables: Dice the carrot into small pieces. Boil the potatoes until soft, then mash them. Finely chop the green onion, separating the white parts from the greens (reserve the greens for garnish).
Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled tofu, mashed potatoes, diced carrot, chickpea flour, all-purpose flour, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Slowly add the plant-based milk or water and mix until a thick batter forms.
Cook the Galette: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Spoon half of the batter into the pan, pressing it into a round pancake-like shape. Cook for about 6 minutes, until the bottom is crispy and golden. Gently shake the pan to ensure the galette isn’t sticking.
Flip and Cook: Carefully flip the galette using a plate or spatula, and cook the other side for another 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
Serve: Garnish with the reserved green onions and serve with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.