tempeh crumbles

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Jo Zimny
Ithaca, NY

I've read, if you must eat soy, eat fermented soy, such as Tempeh. I'm going to fill lettuce leaves with these crumbles. You can add this to a burrito, in spaghetti sauce or as a pizza topping. Be creative, it's very versatile.

(1 rating)
yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For tempeh crumbles

  • 1-8 oz. pkg
    tempeh
  • 1 Tbsp
    fennel seed
  • 1 tsp
    dried basil
  • 1 Tbsp
    dijon mustard
  • 2 Tbsp
    ketchup
  • 1 tsp
    dried marjoram or oregano
  • 1/2 tsp
    red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp
    sage
  • 2 tsp
    garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp
    tamari or soy sauce
  • juice of 1/2 lemon or lime

How To Make tempeh crumbles

  • 1
    In a non-stick sauce pan crumble the tempeh and add enough water to almost cover.
  • 2
    Over high heat, steam the tempeh until most of the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • 3
    Drain the remaining water off and add the rest of the ingredients.
  • 4
    Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until lightly browned. About 10 minutes.
  • 5
    Enjoy!
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