When I first bought tempeh about a year ago, I had no idea what it was or what it would taste like. It’s a mix of fermented soybeans, rice, barley, and millet, with a chewy texture and nutty flavor. 1/4 of the package (about a serving, in my opinion) is 120 calories, 5.5 grams of fat, and 10 grams of protein.
My first experience with tempeh was also my first attempt at grilling - it turned into a delicious sandwich with grilled veggies, hummus, and goat cheese.
After Gina’s post earlier this week, I was craving a good tempeh sandwich. I almost always have a package in my fridge since it has a long shelf life.
Saturday morning after yoga, I was craving a breakfast sandwich, and decided to make some “tempeh bacon” to go with it.
I “make” tempeh bacon by cutting the tempeh into thin slices and marinating it in a mixture of liquid aminos (or soy sauce), a bit of Worchestire or a pinch of liquid smoke, and a pinch of season salt. When I’m not avoiding added sugar, some maple syrup or honey might be added, too. 
Marinate it for a few minutes and then cook in a skillet for a few minutes on each side.
Along with wheat bread, avocado, egg whites, and nutritional yeast, this made one amazing breakfast sandwich.
I used the rest of the tempeh last night as a topping on a tortilla pizza, along with some sautéed mushrooms.
With garlicy cooked spinach, tempeh, mushrooms, mozzarella, and feta.
I had one for dinner last night and one for my lunch today.
Do you like tempeh? What’s your favorite way to eat it?
I even snacked on a bit of it raw (it’s fully cooked) last night as I was cooking, and it wasn’t bad at all! Thanks for all of the congrats for my brother!
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I only recently used tempeh for the first time. I used it to make tacos and it was really good. I wanna try making tempeh bacon next though!!
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I haven’t used it as a ground meat substitute yet, but I heard it works really well!
Thank you for this post! For some reason I’m a little scared of tempeh! I had a bad experience years ago, but I do have some of the tempeh bacon in my freezer…I just need to make it!
I think the “bacon” is my favorite way to eat it!
I just bought that TJ’s tempeh for the first time. Thanks for the recipe ideas!
Curious to hear what you think!
Ok… I tried tempeh and I wasn’t a fan. I usually like anything but the smokey smell and flavor reminded me of my dog’s treats! I want to try it again on a sandwich… I’m determined to like it!
Yes, it can seem strange at first – that’s why cooking it with some type of marianade or grilling can help. Maybe try a barbeque or asian flavored sauce – or it just might not be your thing!
i’ve actually never tried tempeh before! i’m intrigued as i’ve been seeing it more and more on healthy living blogs.
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i actually don’t really like tempeh … something about the texture turns me off. which is weird since i like tofu!
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Truth be told I’ve never eaten Tempeh but I’m intrigued by it…You just showed me SO much I could do with it!!