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    Home » Recipes » Brunch

    04/08/2023

    The Ultimate Smoky Tempeh Recipe + High Protein Vegan Sandwich

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    This smoked tempeh recipe is seasoned and marinated with smoked paprika and supporting herbs to create a smoky, savory, and filling vegan sandwich. This tempeh sandwich is a good source of plant-based protein all thanks to the beloved tempeh.

    smoky tempeh vegan sandwich

    Tempeh is a traditional soy-based protein food commonly consumed in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Japan. Just like tofu, it is made from soybeans; but instead of being made from soybean curds, tempeh is made from whole fermented soybeans.

    Tempeh has a firm and meaty texture, which means that it can be cooked in a variety of ways. It can be steamed, baked, pan-fried, or cooked in soups. It also has a stronger, more earthy flavor than tofu. Cooking tempeh is really simple to do and compared to tofu, requires less prep work.

    Tempeh is a good source of protein, iron, manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, and calcium. Learn more about vegan protein and nutrients here.

    This sandwich was inspired to mock the flavor of a BLT, but in a plant-based fashion, and we of course added more veggies and smothered it in sauce and creamy avocado.

    For a ridiculously flavorful sandwich try our mock bitchin' sauce recipe or for something a bit more herby try this pesto sauce recipe.

    Looking for more high-protein vegan lunch ideas? Try our blackened tofu recipe and vegan wrap recipe.

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    Ingredients

    Here is what you will need to make this smoked tempeh recipe:

    • tempeh
    • tamari (or substitute soy sauce)
    • coconut aminos
    • apple cider vinegar
    • smoked paprika powder
    • ground cumin
    • onion powder
    • salt + pepper

    See the recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    Cut the tempeh into quarter-inch slices. You want the slices just thick enough so it doesn't break apart when preparing.

    Mix together the marinade ingredients: tamari, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, cumin, onion, salt, and black pepper.

    In a container, preferably with a tight-fitting lid add the tempeh and marinade. Toss the tempeh until it is well coated and let marinate in the fridge for at least 15 minutes or overnight.

    In a large pan, cook the tempeh strips on medium-high heat for about 3-5 minutes on both sides, until browned.

    Put this smoky tempeh recipe to add protein to your vegan sandwich, grain bowl, salad, tacos, or whatever your heart desires!

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    Recipe

    vegan sandwich with smoky tempeh

    Smoky Tempeh Vegan Sandwich

    Heal Farmacy
    A smoky tempeh is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or salads. This smoky tempeh recipe was inspired to mock the flavor of a BLT, but in a plant-based fashion.
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    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 0

    Ingredients
      

    Smoked Tempeh

    • 1 tempeh block
    • 2 tbsp tamari
    • 2 tbsp coconut aminos
    • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
    • 2 tsp smoked paprika powder
    • 1 tsp ground cumin
    • 1 tsp onion powder
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • ¼ tsp black pepper
    • coconut oil to sauté

    Instructions
     

    PREP

    • Cut tempeh into quarter-inch slices.
    • Mix together the marinade ingredients: tamari, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, cumin, onion, salt, black pepper.
    • In a container preferably with a tight-fitting lid toss the tempeh in the marinade. Then marinate in the fridge for at least 15 minutes or overnight.

    COOK

    • Cook tempeh for about 3-5 minutes on both sides, until browned.

    VEGAN SANDWICH ASSEMBLY

    • gf bread (or any bread you prefer), 3-4 smoked tempeh slices per sandwich, avocado, lettuce, cucumber, tomato, spread (like b.sauce or hummus), mustard, vegan mayo
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