Yes, that’s right, vegan bacon. And you can make this tasty bacon by using tempeh! So come on! Let’s get wakin’ and makin’ vegan bacon this morning!
Jump to RecipeThis recipe is so easy because it doesn’t use anything out of the ordinary. Plus, it comes together quickly!
Does this taste just like bacon made from pigs?
Well actually, no. It isn’t quite as crispy or even the same consistency. But of all the recipes I’ve sampled for vegan bacon, I keep coming back to this for its flavor combination. Additionally, it easily comes together quickly. Lastly, I love the way it works so well in a BLT sandwich, in a breakfast casserole, and on its own alongside a plate of pancakes. And what could be better than pig-free vegan bacon substitutes?
So it’s a recipe I make quite often because the whole family likes it too. It’s on rotation in our family so much, I’m sharing it. So if you’re looking for an addition to your vegan breakfast collection, here you go!
The Breakfast of Champions!
That phrase seems to come up a lot around our house. But quite often, it’s when someone decides to eat cake (or any sugary dessert item) when they wake up, and someone else catches them doing it. (Yes, I’m looking at you Big Guy).
But vegan bacon really is part of a Breakfast of Champions addition!
Tempeh is fermented whole soybeans, that are pressed into a block. It is in grocery stores in the refrigerated section and I often buy mine at Trader Joe’s. They currently have a 3-grain variety.
And tempeh has a lot of protein, fiber, and vitamins.
So, with the addition of a few simple ingredients, tempeh can take the place of bacon!
Wakin’ and Makin’ Vegan Bacon
Now, let’s get up, head into the kitchen, maybe definitely make some coffee, and pull out the tempeh! While you marinate this, whip up a batch of super yummy joyful gingerbread pancakes. Also, our cheerful cranberry orange muffins are a good choice as well!
Then sip on that coffee while the alluring aroma brings everybody else at home into the kitchen for breakfast. Now you’re cookin’!
So sit back and dig into this breakfast treat.
Because a healthy breakfast makes a healthy happy family….winning! 🙂
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Ingredients
Method
- Slice tempeh in half so you have approximately two 4-inch by 4-inch blocks. Then slice each block into about 8 slices, 1/4 inch thick. You should have 16 pieces.
- Add tempeh and the rest of the ingredients to a container to marinate.
- Let marinate for about 30 minutes (or longer).
- Place marinated tempeh with the marinating liquids into a pan. Cook, turning over to cook both sides, for about 5 minutes or until liquids are absorbed.
