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Grilled Tempeh Recipe

A tasty and easy to make plant-based protien
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Marinating Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Grilled Tempeh
Servings: 2 People
Calories: 319kcal
Author: Anne

Grilled Tempeh Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Tempeh
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Barbecue Sauce
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Instructions

  • Prepare: Cut 8 ounces Tempeh into strips or chunks that are similar in size.
  • Mix the 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce, 1 tablespoon Olive Oil, 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder together in a small bowl.
  • Place the tempeh pieces into a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the tempeh and marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Drain the marinade from the tempeh and place them on a preheated grill in a single layer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, brush with barbecue sauce and flip over. Brush with more sauce and cook for 2 to 3 minutes longer.

Notes

Store leftover tempeh in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. 
Freeze leftover grilled tempeh after allowing it to cool off completely then place it into an airtight freezer-safe bag or container for up to three months. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight.
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Nutrition

Serving: 4ounces | Calories: 319kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 694mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 39IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used

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