Smoky Grilled Tempeh (Vegan Bacon)
This crispy and smoky grilled tempeh is a delicious substitute for vegan bacon. You’ll definitely want to save this recipe and use it for breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, and more.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups tempeh 240 g
- ⅓ cup soy sauce 80 ml
- 1 tsp liquid smoke
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Pinch of cayenne
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
Instructions
- Cut the tempeh into ½ inch slices and place in a ziplock freezer bag.
- Add soy sauce, liquid smoke, maple syrup, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, and ginger into a medium bowl and mix to combine.
- Pour the marinade into the bag over the tempeh slices and let rest in the refrigerator overnight.
- Once you’re ready to cook, place the tempeh slices on a heated grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for 4 more minutes.
Notes
- Best enjoyed right away! If you have leftovers, let cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Serve with vegan scramble, bagels, burger, soup, or however you like.
Nutrition
Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 8.8g | Protein: 12.2g | Fat: 6.8g | Saturated Fat: 1.4g | Sodium: 476mg | Potassium: 293mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1.8g | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 2mg