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

Keyword: gluten-free, nut-free, vegan

Calories: 118kcal

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: 118kcal | Protein: 11g | Fiber: 2.2g