Best Tempeh Bacon Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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EASY TEMPEH BACON



Easy Tempeh Bacon image

Quick, crispy tempeh bacon with maximum flavor thanks to tamari, maple syrup, liquid smoke, and black pepper. Just 8 ingredients required!

Provided by Minimalist Baker

Categories     Breakfast     Side

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces tempeh ((ensure gluten-free as needed))
1 Tbsp oil ((avocado oil // if oil-free, omit or add slightly more tamari and maple syrup))
3 Tbsp tamari ((or coconut aminos if soy-free, just use a bit more as it's not as salty as tamari))
2 ½ Tbsp maple syrup
1 healthy pinch sea salt
1 ½ tsp liquid smoke
1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp ground black pepper ((plus more for coating))
1 dash cayenne ((optional // omit for less heat))

Steps:

  • Slice the tempeh in half widthwise (so you have 2 even squares), then thinly slice each square in thirds so you have six very thin squares (it's easiest to do this by placing the tempeh flat on your cutting board and holding the knife horizontally for an even cut). Then slice each square into three rectangular strips. You should have ~18 pieces of tempeh (as the original recipe is written).
  • In a shallow bowl, rimmed plate, or baking dish, whisk together the oil, tamari, maple syrup, salt, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne (optional). Taste and adjust flavor as needed. It should be quite salty, smoky, a little spicy, and plenty sweet (even a little too sweet, as it needs to balance the bitterness of the tempeh).
  • Add the tempeh and toss to coat (using a pastry brush is helpful for fully coating). Marinate for 10-15 minutes, flipping once for even flavor dispersion.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Transfer tempeh (reserving excess marinade for brushing) to the parchment-lined baking sheet and arrange in a single layer.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven, flip, and brush generously with reserved marinade. Bake for 8-10 minutes more, or until browned and slightly crispy.
  • Enjoy immediately or store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat in a 350°F (176°C) oven or on the stovetop over medium heat until hot.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 three-slice serving, Calories 112 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 8.2 g, Fat 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 520 mg, Fiber 3.3 g, Sugar 5.1 g, UnsaturatedFat 3.3 g

SMOKY TEMPEH BACON



Smoky Tempeh Bacon image

This meatless tempeh bacon recipe gets its smoky flavor from liquid smoke and smoked paprika. Eat it alone or use it on a sandwich or salad. -Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons liquid smoke
1 tablespoon maple syrup
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 package (8 ounces) tempeh, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Whisk together liquid smoke, maple syrup, paprika and cumin in a 8x8-in. glass baking dish; add sliced tempeh. Gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least one hour., Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. In batches, cook tempeh until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

TEMPEH BACON BLT



Tempeh Bacon BLT image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup pure maple syrup (60 milliliters)
1/4 cup soy sauce (60 milliliters)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
225 to 250 grams tempeh, sliced into 20 to 24 slices (8 to 9 ounces)
8 slices sourdough multigrain rye, lightly toasted, such as Stonemill
2 to 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 pieces of lettuce
1 to 2 tomatoes, sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of oil, smoked paprika, salt, cayenne, cumin and black pepper in a large bowl. Add in the tempeh and gently mix to combine and coat. Place the tempeh in the fridge to marinate for at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours.
  • Remove the tempeh from the marinade and set both aside. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add in the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the tempeh and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Spoon over some of the reserved marinade and allow it to cook down and coat the tempeh for about 1 to 2 minutes, flipping frequently. Set the tempeh aside.
  • Assemble the sandwiches by spreading half of the sliced bread with mayonnaise and the other half with Dijon. Top with lettuce, tomato and the tempeh bacon, season with salt and pepper, cut the sandwiches in half and serve.

TEMPEH "BACON"



Tempeh

Protein-packed, fermented tempeh is thinly sliced and infused with a marinade of soy sauce, smoked paprika, and rich maple syrup to mimic the smoky-sweet flavor of the breakfast staple in this easy vegetarian recipe. Serve it with eggs for breakfast, add it to stir-fry, or layer it onto a veggie "B.L.T."

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories     Vegetarian     Vegan     Breakfast     Maple Syrup     Soy Sauce     Soy

Yield Makes 50 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
16 ounces tempeh, cut into about 50 (1/4"-thick) strips

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, maple syrup, soy sauce, paprika, salt, cayenne, and black pepper in a shallow dish. Add tempeh and gently toss to coat. Cover and chill at least 2 hours or up to 4.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange tempeh in a single layer and bake, tossing and basting with marinade after 10 minutes, until tempeh is crispy, 30-33 minutes.
  • Do Ahead
  • Tempeh bacon can be made 5 days ahead; wrap tightly and chill.

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