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BBQ Tempeh Sandwich
4.8 from 75 votes

BBQ Tempeh Sandwich

The BBQ Tempeh Sandwich features diced tempeh cooked with garlic, red onion, barbecue sauce, and a hint of liquid smoke to develop a smoky, tangy filling. The tempeh absorbs the sauce as it simmers and caramelizes, resulting in a richly flavored plant-based sandwich option. Served on buns with choice toppings, it pairs well with vegan coleslaw or traditional burger condiments for a satisfying meal.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 484 kcal
Course: Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 package tempeh diced
  • 2 cups barbecue sauce
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ small red onion diced
  • ¼ teaspoon liquid smoke of
  • 4 Buns
  • Your favorite burger toppings

Instructions

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  1. Cook garlic and onion in a nonstick or lightly oiled pan for 5 minutes.
  2. Add tempeh and liquid smoke, continue to cook for another 5 minutes.
  3. Add BBQ sauce until the tempeh is submerged. Cook for 5 more minutes or until sauce is caramelized.
  4. Serve tempeh mix on a bun and top with your favorite burger toppings.

Notes

  • If using smoked barbecue sauce, omit the liquid smoke to avoid excessive smokiness.
  • Tempeh patties can be grilled in a foil packet for a backyard BBQ variation instead of pan cooking.
  • Add chili powder, cayenne, or red flakes to increase spice if desired.
  • Use gluten-free buns to make the sandwich gluten-free.
  • Consider topping with vegan coleslaw for a complementary texture and flavor contrast.

Nutrition Information

Calories 484kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 86g (29%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 1462mg (61%) Potassium 519mg (11%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 43g (86%) Vitamin A 254IU (5%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 111mg (11%) Iron 13mg (72%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 484

% Daily Value*

Calories 484kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 86g 29%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 1462mg 61%
Potassium 519mg 11%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 43g 86%
Vitamin A 254IU 5%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 111mg 11%
Iron 13mg 72%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.