I know many people who would consider going vegan, but the thought of giving up bacon brings tears to their eyes. (Think what it does to the piggies!) Tempeh bacon may not cut it for them, but I love this stuff. A little caramelized, it tastes wonderful. You could break it up for salads, sandwiches, tofu scrambles, or just snack on it as it is.
INGREDIENTS:
1 pkg (80z) tempeh
1/4 C tamari
2 tsp Liquid Smoke
3 Tbs maple syrup (I’m not a huge fan of maple-flavored stuff, so I used brown rice syrup)
1/4 C water
Canola oil, for frying
DIRECTIONS:
Steam the tempeh for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tamari, Liquid Smoke, syrup, and water. Mix well. Let tempeh cool before slicing it into thin, bacon-like strips.
Place slices in marinade (I used a large ziplock bag–just turn the bag over a few times to thoroughly marinate the slices) and let sit for as long as you like. Less than half and hour works great. After the tempeh has marinated, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the strips and each side until crisp. Sprinkle a little extra tamari and syrup on the tempeh while cooking—the tempeh will turn brown, caramelize, and get crisper and chewier . Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Enjoy!
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Recipe source: The Vegan Table
Great idea…I’m seeing a “BLT” in my future. I love tempeh, and I’m so glad that it is becoming easier to find in stores. My husband and I will be trying this out soon!
The first time I had Tempeh bacon was at this cafe in Flagstaff, AZ. I ordered the TBLT and it was AMAZING!!! Knowing that they didn’t carry anything like this at the health food store in the town that I was from, I picked up some at one of the stores on the way back home from our trip. It’s SO YUMMY!!!! Anyway, I am so happy that you posted this 😀 Now I don’t have to buy it traveling on the road 🙂 Thanks for the recipe!
You bet! I added it to a tofu scramble this morning and it was sooo yummy! I think I need to double the recipe next time because it was gone in no time!