How do I ensure the vegan 'egg' white sets properly?

To ensure the 'egg' white sets, blend the ingredients for at least 1 minute to dissolve the agar agar, then heat the mixture in a pan on medium to high heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

What ingredients give the vegan 'egg' yolk its characteristic color and flavor?

The vegan 'egg' yolk gets its color from turmeric and its savory, eggy flavor from nutritional yeast, black salt, and a touch of garlic powder.

Can I use the leftover 'egg' white from carving the holes?

Yes, the recipe suggests not discarding the spoonfuls of carved-out 'egg' white, as you can use them as a tasty bread spread later.

How long do the vegan 'egg' whites need to cool and set in the fridge?

The vegan 'egg' whites require at least 20 minutes in the fridge to cool down and set properly in their silicone molds.

What is the purpose of black salt in this recipe?

Black salt (kala namak) is used in both the 'egg' white and 'egg' yolk mixtures to impart a distinct sulfuric, eggy flavor that enhances the realism of the vegan 'eggs'.

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Boiled ‘Egg’
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

PE By: Philipp Ertl

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A plate of perfectly formed vegan boiled 'eggs', some sliced in half to reveal distinct white and vibrant yellow yolk centers.

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Boiled 'Egg' [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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These vegan hard boiled eggs are better than the real thing. The recipe uses agar agar to give the "eggs" a gelatinous consistency and black salt to give the faux eggs an eggy taste. These "eggs" go great on a salad, or spread across toast.

Ingredients You Need for Boiled ‘Egg’ [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the "Egg" White:

2 12-ounce packs silken tofu
1 cup water
5 tablespoons nutritional yeast
4 tablespoons agar agar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon black salt

For the "Egg" Yolk:

1 1/2 teaspoons polenta
2 ounces silken tofu
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup melted vegan butter
3/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon black salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

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How to Prepare Boiled ‘Egg’ [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Put aside 2 ounces of silken tofu. You will need this for the egg yolk later.
Put all vegan egg white ingredients into a blender and blend for at least 1 minute (this is important to make sure the agar agar granules are dissolved).
Pour the vegan egg white mixture into a pan and heat it up on medium to high heat for 5 minutes. Make sure you stir it all the time so it doesn't burn.
Pour into egg-shaped silicon molds and put them into the fridge and let them cool down for at least 20 minutes for it to set.
Melt 1/3 of butter and put into the blender together with all other vegan egg yolk ingredients.
Blend them together for 1 minute.
Repeat the same process as above: pour the vegan egg yolk mixture into a pan and heat up on medium to high heat for 5 minutes. Make sure you stir it all the time so it doesn't burn. Let cool down for a few minutes.
Check if the vegan egg whites have set. Take them out of the fridge and carve a hole in each of them. Don't discard the spoonfuls of egg white, you can actually use them as a tasty bread spread later! Fill the holes you just carved out with the vegan egg yolk mixture.