Asian BBQ Tempeh Feast

Image of an Asian BBQ Tempeh Feast: Charred tempeh slices glazed with hoisin, garnished with cilantro, green onions, and sesame seeds, on a minimalist table setting under soft lighting.
Asian BBQ Tempeh Feast

Introduction

Welcome to a culinary adventure that blends the sizzle of American BBQ with the exotic zest of Asian flavors. Tonight's special dish, the Asian BBQ Tempeh Feast, promises to warm your palate and elevate your dining experience.

Ingredients

  • 1 block of tempeh, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for grilling
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Sliced green onions for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, maple syrup, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, smoked paprika, rice vinegar, and water.
  • Slice the tempeh and marinate it in the prepared sauce for at least 30 minutes, preferably longer for deeper flavor.
  • Mix cornstarch with a little water to make a slurry and add to the marinade to thicken.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill with vegetable oil.
  • Remove tempeh from the marinade and grill each side for about 3-4 minutes or until charred and heated through.
  • While grilling, heat the remaining marinade until it thickens into a sauce.
  • Serve the grilled tempeh drizzled with the thickened sauce, garnished with cilantro, green onions, and sesame seeds.

Once you've savored this Asian BBQ Tempeh Feast, you'll appreciate how effortlessly it marries robust American BBQ traditions with vibrant Asian influences, creating a memorable meal that's both comforting and exhilarating.

Emily

Additional Information
NutritionfactsCalories: 320, Fat: 18g, Carbohydrates: 24g, Protein: 18g 
Preparation Time45 minutes 
Allergy InformationSoy, Sesame, Gluten