Easy Marinated Tempeh Bacon

🥘 Ingredients

• tempeh 1
• rice vinegar 1 ½ tbsp
• pure maple syrup 1 ½ tbsp
• soy sauce or tamari 3 tbsp
• liquid smoke 2 tsp
• extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tsp
• smoked paprika 1 ½ tsp
• smoked sea salt or kosher salt 1 pinch

1. 1

   Prepare: tempeh , rice vinegar , pure maple syrup , soy sauce or tamari , liquid smoke , extra virgin olive oil , smoked paprika , smoked sea salt or kosher salt .
2. 2

   NOTE: For the best flavor, marinate the tempeh for at least 10 minutes (and up to 48 hours) before using. If you won’t be able to cook the tempeh within 48 hours, simply refrigerate the tempeh slices in an airtight container for up to 5 days, then make this recipe when ready to marinate.
3. 3

   Starting on the shorter edge of the block, slice the tempeh into thin slices, about ⅛ to ¼ inch (.3 to .6 cm) thick. NOTE: For a more realistic bacon texture, slice the tempeh as thinly as you can, ⅛ inch (.3 cm). You will likely need to cook the tempeh in multiple batches.
4. 4

   In a wide, shallow storage container or bowl for which you have a lid, combine the rice vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, liquid smoke, olive oil, smoked paprika, and smoked sea salt. Add the tempeh slices and pop on the lid, gently shaking to coat.
5. 5

   Marinate for at least 10 minutes or up to 1 hour at room temperature, or up to 2 days in a labeled, airtight container in the fridge.