Grilled Tempeh
Get ready to fire up the grill! This Grilled Tempeh recipe is a show-stopper with its bold and smoky flavors. Marinated in a kickin’ onion and jalapeño sauce, this tempeh is a surprisingly tender, meaty, and flavorful addition to any barbecue. Whether you’re grilling it for a backyard party or baking it for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish proves that being a barbecue hero has never been easier.
Equipment
- Food processor
- Grill or oven
- Shallow dish or resealable plastic bag
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 large yellow onion roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 dried jalapeño peppers with seeds or fresh, seeds removed
- 235 ml soy sauce or tamari
- 60 ml apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Freshly cracked pepper to taste
- 224 g plain soy tempeh cut into 4 equal pieces
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine garlic, onion, soy sauce, jalapeño peppers, apple cider vinegar, cumin, and pepper.
- Process until well incorporated but still chunky.
- Place the tempeh in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it.
- Let marinate for a few hours.
- When ready to cook, remove the tempeh from the marinade, reserving any leftover marinade.
- If grilling, heat the barbecue to a medium-high flame.
- Grill the tempeh for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until nicely browned.
- Alternatively, preheat the oven to 230°C (450°F).
- Place the tempeh and reserved marinade in an ovenproof dish and bake, uncovered, for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Serve with the reserved marinade.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
Serve this smoky grilled tempeh with a side of your favorite grilled vegetables, a fresh corn salad, or sliced on top of a hearty grain bowl for a complete and satisfying meal.
Wine Advice:
With the bold, smoky flavors and a hint of spice from the marinade, you need a wine that can handle the heat and richness. A crisp, dry white wine like a Sauvignon Blanc is an excellent choice. Its high acidity and citrus notes will beautifully complement the savory tempeh, creating a balanced and refreshing pairing. It's a combination so good, it might just become your new summer favorite!
Nutrition values
Calories: 150 kcal | koolhydraten: 9 g | Eiwitten: 17 g | Vet: 6 g | Suiker: 2 g