Tempeh, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado Sandwich (TLTA)

Tempeh Bacon Ingredients

• 1/2 package of tempeh, sliced into thin long pieces

• 1 tablespoon water

• 2 tablespoons low-sodium tamari

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

• 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• fresh black pepper to taste

Sandwich Ingredients

• 4 slices of bread

• 8 strips tempeh bacon

• 4 slices of tomato

• 2 romaine lettuce leaves, rinsed and dried

• avocado, sliced

• vegan mayo or condiment of choice

Directions

Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the sliced tempeh, reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. This removes the bitterness and plumps up the tempeh for better flavor absorption.

Mix tamari, maple syrup, liquid smoke, garlic powder and pepper in a small bowl and set aside, Lightly fry both sides the tempeh in a little bit of olive oil or omit or use vegetable broth if whole food plant-based. Add a tablespoon of water and the tamari mixture to the pan. Simmer over medium heat, flipping to ensure coated on both sides. Cook till desired crispiness.

To assemble sandwiches: Slather one slice of bread with vegan mayo or condiment of choice. Layer on the tempeh bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado slices and top with additional slice of bread.

Optional: You can toast sandwich on a lightly greased hot skillet until the bread is golden.

Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Total Time: 25 Minutes
Servings: 2