JUST Egg took the #1 spot in Tasting Table's blind taste test of six commercial egg replacers. Sierra Winters, the reviewer, called it out for nailing the texture: 'fluffy with a light mouthfeel' and a 'subtle cheesy flavor' that no powder or tofu-based competitor could match. Green Queen's Alessandra Franco scored it 9/10 after testing nine products, rating it highest for mouthfeel and closest to real eggs when eaten plain.
The mung bean protein formula works across more applications than any other single product. Scrambles, omelets, quiches, frittatas, French toast, and baking all work. Three tablespoons replaces one egg. The liquid format means zero prep time beyond pouring.
Eat Just has also achieved something rare in the plant-based space: price parity. At $3.99 for a 12 oz bottle (roughly seven egg equivalents), JUST Egg now costs about the same as premium conventional eggs. Two years ago it was $7.99. That price drop makes it a realistic everyday purchase, not a curiosity.
The product is Non-GMO Project Verified and cholesterol-free, with 5g of protein per serving from mung beans. It's available at Walmart, Target, Kroger, Whole Foods, and most major grocery chains.
What It Won't Do
Mung bean protein leaves a faint legume aftertaste that some tasters notice, especially in lightly seasoned preparations. Tasting Table's Winters flagged a 'detectable mung bean taste.' The liquid is also sticky in the pan, which makes cooking without oil difficult and cleanup annoying. And because it's refrigerated with no shelf-stable option, you can't stock up or store it in a pantry.
Bob's Red Mill Egg Replacer costs roughly $0.16 per egg equivalent. A single $5.49 bag replaces 34 eggs. That math is hard to argue with, especially for bakers who go through eggs by the dozen.
The formula is four ingredients: potato starch, tapioca flour, baking soda, and psyllium husk fiber. No soy, no gluten, no grains, no beans. Gretchen's Vegan Bakery, a professional vegan baking resource, specifically recommends Bob's over Ener-G for consistency and flavor neutrality. The Kitchn's baking test found powdered replacers like Bob's produced 'good cookies, brownies, and cake' with just the right amount of moisture.
Bob's Red Mill has been a trusted natural foods brand for decades, stocked at every major US grocer. The product is Gluten Free, Vegan, and Kosher certified. You mix one tablespoon with three tablespoons of water, whisk for a minute, and you have a binding agent that works in virtually any baked recipe calling for eggs.
What It Won't Do
Bob's Red Mill is a baking product, full stop. You cannot scramble it, make an omelet, or use it anywhere eggs provide flavor and structure as a main ingredient. The psyllium husk adds binding but zero protein (0g per serving), so it's purely functional. Ener-G fans also note that Bob's doesn't provide as much lift, which can matter in sponge cakes and angel food recipes where leavening is the primary egg function.
Who Should Buy Which
JUST Egg Plant-Based Egg
The mung bean liquid that scrambles, folds, and bakes like the real thing
- You eat scrambled eggs, omelets, or egg-based breakfasts regularly and want a convincing plant-based replacement
- You want a single product that handles both savory cooking and baking without switching between formats
- You have access to a standard grocery store (Walmart, Target, Kroger) and want something easy to find
- You prioritize taste realism and are willing to pay $3.99-5.99 per bottle for the closest thing to real eggs
Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Egg Replacer
Four ingredients, 34 eggs per bag, and zero fuss in the mixing bowl
- You bake often and need a reliable, flavorless egg substitute that won't change the taste of your recipes
- Budget is a priority, and spending $0.16 per egg instead of $0.57 per egg (JUST Egg) matters over time
- You have dietary restrictions beyond veganism (gluten-free, soy-free, grain-free) and need a clean-label product
- You want shelf-stable pantry storage instead of taking up fridge space with a liquid product