Tempeh, a versatile meat alternative derived from soybeans, takes center stage in this delectable taco recipe by Tasty. Its nutty flavor and chewy texture, reminiscent of grilled chicken, provide a hearty base for a variety of taco fillings. This recipe transforms tempeh into a culinary masterpiece through a tantalizing marinade, infusing it with a harmonious blend of spices and citrusy notes. Served with an array of vibrant, fresh toppings, these tempeh tacos offer a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, ensuring a delightful dining experience for vegans, vegetarians, and meat lovers alike.
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TEMPEH TACO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: tempeh, olive oil, low sodium soy sauce, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, avocado, lime, olive oil, salt, pepper, water, green leaf lettuce, cherry tomato, black beans, corn, fresh cilantro, red onion
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cut the tempeh into a medium dice.
- In a medium saucepan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the tempeh and cook for 6-8 minutes, until golden brown.
- Add the soy sauce, garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin, stir, and cook for another 5 minutes, until all of the seasonings are well-distributed and the tempeh is browned. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Make the avocado dressing: In a blender, combine the avocado, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper and blend until smooth. Add the water 1 tablespoon at a time until your desired consistency is reached.
- Arrange the lettuce, tomatoes, black beans, corn, cilantro, red onion, and tempeh in a large bowl and pour over the avocado dressing.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 594 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 6 grams
TEMPEH TACOS
Taco 'meat' using tempeh. Serve in taco shells or fajitas. Or, if you're watching carbs, serve with a salad.
Provided by Shauntea
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in skillet on medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion in the hot oil until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes; add garlic and continue to cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir grated tempeh into onion mixture; cook and stir until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Pour vegetable broth over the tempeh mixture and reduce heat to low; season with taco seasoning, oregano, and ground red pepper. Cook, stirring regularly, until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 391.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
TEMPEH TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: tempeh, olive oil, yellow onion, jalapeño, low sodium soy sauce, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, black pepper, tortilla
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add tempeh to food processor and pulse until a crumbly consistency is formed, making sure not to over-pulse.
- Heat olive oil in pan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes.
- Add jalapeño and sauté for 2 more minutes, or until onion is translucent.
- Add ground tempeh and sauté for 4 minutes, or until tempeh is slightly golden.
- Add soy sauce, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder and black pepper and continue to sauté for 3-5 more minutes or until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve on warm tortillas with desired taco toppings.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 1 gram
TEMPEH BACON RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: tempeh, olive oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, garlic powder, black pepper
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- On a cutting board, cut tempeh ¼-inch (6 mm) thick slices.
- Add olive oil to a pan over medium heat and add the tempeh. Cook for 5 minutes on each side until brown and crispy.
- Add 1 tablespoon of water to the pan and stir.
- Add soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, garlic powder, and black pepper, and stir until tempeh is evenly coated.
- Let brown for 2-3 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 4 grams
GENERAL TSO'S TEMPEH RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: tempeh, cornstarch, paprika, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, rice wine, soy sauce, oil, red pepper flakes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, rice vinegar, honey, sesame seed, cornstarch, water
Provided by Pierce Abernathy
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Chop the tempeh into chicken nugget-sized pieces and transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Add the cornstarch, paprika, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, rice wine, and soy sauce to the bowl. Mix until incorporated. Cover and chill in fridge for 1 hour minimum.
- Add oil to a pan on medium-high heat and pan-fry tempeh until browned on both sides. Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, add in oil and sesame oil on medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes, and cook until golden brown and aromatic, about 1 minute.
- Add the tomato paste and vegetable broth, and stir until incorporated.
- Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey, and stir until all are incorporated.
- Add the cornstarch slurry (mix the cornstarch with the water in a small bowl until paste forms) into sauce mixture and stir until sauce thickens.
- Return the tempeh to the pan and allow to incorporate with the sauce. Top with sesame seeds (optional).
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 11 grams
TASTY TEMPEH TACOS
Time 30m
Yield Servings: "2-4"
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Marinate crumbled temeph in water+aminos in flat tupperware for at least 1 hour and up to 3 days (refrigerated).Preheat the oven to 350°F. In large skillet on stove, water sauté the tempeh, onions, and cumin in 1 cup water, covered, on medium heat. Cook for about 30 minutes, until tender, monitoring the water level. Remove from heat and set aside.Place the taco shells on a baking sheet, then add 1 tablespoon of the "cheese" shreds to each. Bake in the oven for 5 minutes.Set out ingredients buffet styles in bowls. Let everyone layer the tacos to their liking. Devour!
TEMPEH TACOS
Hard-shell tacos, or tacos dorados, have a long history in northern Mexico and immigrant communities in California and Texas. In 1951, Glen Bell added them to the menu of his drive-in stand in San Bernardino, Calif. He would go on to found (you guessed it) Taco Bell, the fast food chain, which would help popularize hard-shell tacos in the United States. While the typical hard-shell taco is made by piling spiced and saucy ground meat and a party of toppings into a shatteringly crisp shell, this vegan version calls for tempeh. Tempeh is made by fermenting cooked soybeans into a spongelike cake with a porous structure that browns, crumbles and soaks up big flavors incredibly well. Here, it's seasoned with well-toasted tomato paste, ground cumin, chili powder and smoked paprika, as well as nutritional yeast for added umami. That said, the recipe can also be made with vegan store-bought meat crumbles if you prefer.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, weeknight, tacos, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large (12-inch) skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the tempeh and onion, season with salt and pepper, and cook, undisturbed, until deep brown, 2 minutes. Stir and cook until browned all over, 3 to 5 minutes. Add more oil as needed if the pan looks dry.
- Add the tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, nutritional yeast and smoked paprika. Season with salt and cook, stirring constantly, until brick red and beginning to stick to the skillet, 5 to 7 minutes. Try not to rush this step; if it begins to burn, deglaze with a bit of water and reduce the heat.
- Add 1 cup water and the hot sauce, if using. Cook, stirring and scraping up browned bits, until thickened and the mixture is sizzling, 2 to 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and hot sauce.
- Divide the filling between the taco shells, then top with chosen toppings.
Tips:
- Choose the right kind of tempeh. There are two main types of tempeh: regular tempeh and fermented tempeh. Regular tempeh has a more neutral flavor, while fermented tempeh has a more complex, nutty flavor. Either type can be used in tacos, but fermented tempeh may be a better choice if you are looking for a more intense flavor.
- Press the tempeh before cooking. This will help to remove excess moisture and make the tempeh more crispy. To press the tempeh, wrap it in a few layers of paper towels and place it on a plate. Place another plate on top of the tempeh and weigh it down with something heavy, such as a can of beans or a heavy skillet. Let the tempeh press for 30 minutes to an hour.
- Marinate the tempeh before cooking. This will help to add flavor and moisture to the tempeh. There are many different marinades that you can use, but a simple marinade made with olive oil, soy sauce, and garlic is a good place to start. Marinate the tempeh for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Cook the tempeh until it is crispy. The best way to cook tempeh is to pan-fry it or grill it. Cook the tempeh over medium heat until it is browned and crispy on the outside, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Serve the tempeh tacos with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for tempeh tacos include salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese. You can also add your favorite vegetables, such as lettuce, tomatoes, and onions.
Conclusion:
Tempeh tacos are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef tacos. They are made with tempeh, a fermented soybean product that is high in protein and fiber. Tempeh tacos are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including iron, calcium, and magnesium. If you are looking for a plant-based taco recipe that is both tasty and nutritious, then tempeh tacos are a great option.
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