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Facon Bacon

Source: Rising Flour Café, Asheville, N.C.; published in The Best in the World, edited by Neal Barnard, MD
Tempeh comes from fermented soybeans. It has a great texture and is very versatile. Find it in the refrigerated section near the produce. Tempeh is a high-protein alternative to meat.
Not all soy sauces are gluten-free, so check the label. Tamari is usually safe.Feel free to substitute other vegetables, beans, or grains as you desire.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Calories 118 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 ½ tsp soy sauce
  • 3 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • 8 ounces tempeh sliced into bacon shapes

Instructions
 

  • Toast fennel and cumin in a dry skillet over medium heat.
  • Grind the spices and return to the skillet.
  • Add soy sauce, garlic, black pepper, and water. Set skillet to simmer.
  • Add the sliced tempeh and simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Then place the tempeh on a nonstick or oiled cookie sheet and broil until crisp (about 7 to 8 minutes), then turn and broil again.
  • The marinade will keep for one week refrigerated.

Nutrition

Calories: 118kcalProtein: 11gFiber: 2.2g
Keyword gluten-free, nut-free, vegan
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