BBQ Tempeh Sandwich
This BBQ Tempeh Sandwich uses deliciously smoky and savory tempeh heaped on a soft, fluffy bun! It is so easy to throw together for a quick yet filling lunch or dinner. This healthier and lighter, but totally satiating vegan BBQ sandwich is a sure crowd-pleaser for vegans and meat-eaters alike!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 484kcal
Ingredients
- 1 package of tempeh diced
- 2 cups of BBQ sauce
- 1 clove of garlic minced
- ½ small red onion diced
- ¼ teaspoon of liquid smoke
- 4 buns
- Your favorite burger toppings
Instructions
- Cook garlic and onion in a nonstick or lightly oiled pan for 5 minutes.
- Add tempeh and liquid smoke, continue to cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add BBQ sauce until the tempeh is submerged. Cook for 5 more minutes or until sauce is caramelized.
- Serve tempeh mix on a bun and top with your favorite burger toppings.
Notes
- Balance the flavors: If you are using smoked BBQ sauce, you can omit the liquid smoke in this recipe so it does not become overpowering.
- Grill the tempeh: You can also cook the tempeh patties on a grill if you are making this as part of your backyard BBQ party. Just cook them in a foil packet instead of a pan.
- Add some spice: If you like to make it spicy, use a spicy BBQ sauce or add some chili powder, cayenne pepper, or red chili flakes to the mix.
- Go gluten-free: Make this sandwich gluten free by using gluten-free buns. Also, check that your BBQ sauce is free of gluten.
- Add coleslaw: Slap some Vegan Coleslaw instead of your usual burger toppings. It is an absolute match made in heaven!
Nutrition
Calories: 484kcal | Carbohydrates: 86g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 1462mg | Potassium: 519mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 254IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 13mg
