BAJA-STYLE GRILLED TEMPEH TACOS

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From the Veganomicon. I add lots of hot sauce to this (both in the lime creme and the tempeh marinade). It's very pretty with shredded purple cabbage, but you can substitute with lettuce if you'd prefer.

Provided by Eat Your Vegetables

Categories     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 cups cabbage, finely shredded
1 carrot, finely shredded
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 pickled jalapeno peppers, finely diced
1 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
3/4 cup plain soy yogurt
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons oil
1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup beer, pilsner or 3/4 cup ale, style
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 -3 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
8 ounces tempeh
12 -16 white corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Prepare the slaw first: Mix first 6 ingredients (cabbage through ground black pepper) in a large bowl (don't use metal). Cover and place in fridge. Weigh down slaw with canned beans or full pickle jar. Slaw improves the longer it's allowed to mellow. Allow to press for at least 1 hour. When ready to use, squeeze out handfuls to release any excess juice.
  • Make the lime cream: Blend ingredients from yogurt to 1/2 t salt in a blender until creamy and smooth. Add more salt or lime juice to taste, if desired. Pour into an airtight container and chill for 1 hour.
  • Make the marinade: Whisk together ingredients from beer to cumin and pour into a glass pie plate or casserole dish.
  • Prepare the Tempeh: Boil water in a 2 qt pot. Slice tempeh into 3 pieces lengthwise and then in half horizontally through the middle. Add the tempeh to the water, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove pieces with tongs and place directly in marinade dish. Marinate for 1 hour flipping occasionally to cover.
  • Preheat the oven to 200. Preheat a greased grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Grill tempeh for 5 minutes on each side, while basting with marinade. Remove from heat and slice into thin strips. Keep warm, covered in foil in the oven while assembling tacos.
  • Heat a corn tortilla, spread lime crema down the center, top with slaw, tempeh and then any garnish you like (diced tomato, pickled jalepenos, hot sauce, avocado, lettuce, etc). Fold & eat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.8, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 1635.7, Carbohydrate 40.9, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 3.8, Protein 16.3

Kamrankhan Kpk
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I didn't like these tacos. The tempeh was bland and the chipotle crema was too spicy. I won't be making these again.


lokman ali
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These tacos were okay. The tempeh was a bit dry, but the chipotle crema was good. I might try making these again with a different type of tempeh.


Imtiyaz ansari
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These tacos were a great way to use up some tempeh. The tempeh was flavorful and the chipotle crema was a great addition. I will definitely be making these again.


WALEMA BIRDZ
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I loved these tacos! The tempeh was perfectly grilled and the chipotle crema was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Surangana Thakuri
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These tacos were easy to make and so delicious! The tempeh was flavorful and the chipotle crema was the perfect touch. I'll definitely be making these again.


Alexis morales
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Delicious tacos! The tempeh was grilled perfectly and the chipotle crema was a great addition. I will definitely be making these again.


Malik Saad
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These tacos were amazing! The tempeh was so flavorful and the chipotle crema was the perfect complement. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


St3rkLover
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I'm not a big fan of tempeh, but these tacos were surprisingly good. The tempeh was well-seasoned and the chipotle crema was a great addition. I would definitely make these again.


William Earnshaw
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These tacos were easy to make and packed with flavor. The tempeh was perfectly grilled and the chipotle crema was a great way to add some spice. I'll definitely be making these again!


Sindh Hifazat News
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Just made these tacos and they were delicious! The tempeh was so flavorful and the chipotle crema was a great addition. I will definitely be making these again.


Najeeb ur rehman Mia rabnawaz
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Wow! These Baja-style grilled tempeh tacos are incredible! The tempeh is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and grilled to perfection. The chipotle crema is the perfect complement, adding a creamy and spicy touch. Highly recommended!


Amin Abdi
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These tacos were a hit! The tempeh was flavorful and grilled perfectly. The chipotle crema was the perfect addition, adding a bit of smokiness and heat. I'll definitely be making these again!