Protein-Packed Tempeh Bacon Boost

This dish is a high-protein, vegan-friendly meal that uses tempeh as a bacon substitute. It’s marinated in a flavorful blend of maple syrup, smoked paprika, and soy sauce, then pan-fried to perfection. The result is a sweet, smoky, and savory protein boost that can be enjoyed on its own or added to salads, sandwiches, and more.

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AI Recipe

Protein-Packed Tempeh Bacon Boost

This dish is a high-protein, vegan-friendly meal that uses tempeh as a bacon substitute. It’s marinated in a flavorful blend of maple syrup, smoked paprika, and soy sauce, then pan-fried to perfection. The result is a sweet, smoky, and savory protein boost that can be enjoyed on its own or added to salads, sandwiches, and more.

Serving size 4 people
Duration 75 minutes
Difficulty easy
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Slice the tempeh into thin strips.
  2. In a bowl, combine the maple syrup, smoked paprika, and soy sauce.
  3. Add the tempeh strips to the marinade and let sit for at least 1 hour.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Add the marinated tempeh strips to the pan and cook until crispy and browned on both sides.
  6. Serve the tempeh bacon as is, or add to salads, sandwiches, etc.

Tip

For a more intense flavor, let the tempeh marinate overnight in the fridge.

Side Dish Suggestion

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A fresh, crisp salad is a great side dish for this protein-packed tempeh bacon. The lightness and freshness of the salad would balance out the smoky and savory flavors of the tempeh bacon.