How to Air Fry Tempeh & Easy Tempeh Marinade

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave nectar

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave nectar has a lower glycemic index, while honey is often cheaper.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is more affordable.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has health benefits, while white vinegar is more budget-friendly.

Open the package of tempeh and cut it into strips about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.

Prepare a marinade in a small bowl with 3 tablespoons of liquid aminos, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, onion powder, and garlic powder.

Mix the marinade until well combined.

Place the cut tempeh into a reusable bag or shallow dish.

Pour the marinade over the tempeh, ensuring all pieces are coated.

Seal the bag or cover the dish and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 10 to 20 minutes, preferably overnight.

After marinating, remove the tempeh from the fridge and preheat the air fryer to 350°F.

Place the marinated tempeh in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes, shaking halfway through.

Check the tempeh after 10 minutes; if it’s not crispy enough, add an additional minute or two.

Once done, remove the tempeh from the air fryer and let it cool before serving.

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