Vegan Tempeh Bacon
Satisfy your craving for smoky, savory goodness with this Vegan Tempeh Bacon recipe—a plant-based twist on the classic breakfast favorite that's packed with flavor. Thinly sliced tempeh is marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, and a medley of spices, creating a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and tangy notes. The strips are pan-fried to golden, crispy perfection, making them irresistible in sandwiches, atop salads, or as a hearty breakfast side. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy vegan bacon alternative is protein-packed, full of umami, and ideal for meal prep. Perfect for anyone seeking healthy, delicious vegan recipes with a smoky flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Tempeh
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1.5 tbsp Maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 tsp Liquid smoke
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Cooking oil
Instructions
Slice the block of tempeh into thin strips, approximately 1/8 inch thick, to mimic the shape of bacon.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the sliced tempeh into a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour the marinade over it, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Let the tempeh marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor. Flip the pieces halfway through marinating if possible.
Heat a large skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat and add the cooking oil.
Once the oil is hot, place the marinated tempeh strips in the pan in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Remove the tempeh bacon from the pan and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Serve warm as a side, in a sandwich, on top of a salad, or as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.2 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1769 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 49.9 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1136 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
