Smoked Tempeh Bacon Marinade
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Smoked Tempeh Bacon Marinade

A flavorful marinade to transform smoked tempeh into a delicious bacon alternative.

4 servings

~50 min

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • Soy Sauce1 tbsp
  • Soy Sauce1¼ tsp
  • Maple Syrup2¾ tsp
  • Apple Cider Vinegar2 tsp
  • Neutral Oil2¼ tsp
  • Tomato Paste1½ tsp
  • Smoked Paprika1¼ tsp
  • Garlic Powder¾ tsp
  • Onion Powder¾ tsp
  • Black Pepper, fine½ tsp
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional¼–½ tsp
  • Liquid Smoke, optional, very bacon-y optional⅛ tsp

Optional for extra “lacquered” finish

  • Cornstarch optional1 tsp
  • Water, only if using cornstarch optional2 tsp

Other ingredients

  • Tempeh, sliced into thin strips7 oz

Instructions

  1. Slice the Tempeh

    Slice smoked tempeh into thin strips (about 2–3 mm).

  2. Whisk the Marinade

    Whisk the marinade. If using cornstarch, whisk cornstarch and water first, then whisk in everything else.

  3. Marinate the Tempeh

    Marinate for 20–60 minutes.

  4. Pan-Fry and Reduce

    Pan-fry on medium heat until browned, then pour in remaining marinade and reduce briefly until glossy and clinging.

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