T.L.T. Sandwich

By GuidingVegan

Ingredients

• 1/2 Block Tempeh or Tofu
• 2 Tablespoon Maple Syrup
• 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, plus more for frying
• 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
• 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
• Several Slices of Tomato
• A Few Leaves of Lettuce
• Vegan Mayonnaise (such as Vegenaise)
• Slices of Bread or a Tortilla Wrap

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 10mins
Adapted from itdoesnttastelikechicken.com

Preparation

Step 1

If using the tempeh, slice as thinly as you can without the slices falling apart. Steam the slices in a steamer basket for 10 minutes. (This removes the bitterness of the tempeh).

If using the tofu, slice thinly.

Mix all the marinade ingredients together in a bowl or flat shallow dish: maple syrup, soy sauce, olive oil, liquid smoke, garlic powder, and paprika.

Add the tofu or the tempeh to the marinade and let it hang out for 10 minutes minimum, or as long as overnight.

Heat olive oil in a pan and fry the tofu or tempeh for about 8 minutes per side or until browned and crispy. As the strips cook keep spooning the leftover marinade on top until you run out. The marinade will turn into a sticky glaze that will taste extra amazing!

To serve, spread a slice of bread or tortilla with vegan mayonnaise, top with lettuce, tomato and the tempeh or tofu bacon. Devour.