DIY Smoky Tempeh Bacon Oil Free

tempeh

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tofu is lower in calories, while seitan offers a meatier texture.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: tamari

Coconut aminos are lower in sodium, while tamari is gluten-free.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave nectar

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave nectar is lower on the glycemic index, while honey is often less expensive.

liquid smoke

💰Cheaper: smoked salt

Smoked salt can add a similar flavor without the liquid.

Steam the slab of tempeh in the Instant Pot with 1 cup of water for 5 minutes.

Crush the garlic clove and add it to a bowl.

Combine 1/4 cup tamari, 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce, liquid smoke, and 3 tablespoons maple syrup in the bowl with garlic.

Stir the marinade until well mixed.

After steaming, release the steam from the Instant Pot and remove the tempeh.

Slice the steamed tempeh into thin strips.

Place the tempeh strips in a plastic bag and pour the marinade over them.

Seal the bag and let the tempeh marinate for 24 hours.

Preheat a griddler to 375 degrees.

Lay the marinated tempeh strips on the griddler and cook for about 5 minutes on one side.

Flip the tempeh and cook for an additional 2 minutes on the other side.

Cooking Techniques

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