Tempeh Bacon (Vegan & Low Salt!)

INGREDIENTS

8 ounces tempeh, sliced thin

1/4 cup coconut aminos

2 teaspoons liquid smoke

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1/2 cup water

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder

1/2 teaspoon cumin

no salt seasonings to taste

oil to coat “bacon”

DIRECTIONS

1.) In a small saucepan; add water, coconut aminos, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and seasonings. Bring to a boil.

2.) Once boiled for about a minute, add liquid smoke, stir and take off heat. Set aside.

3.) Place thinly sliced tempeh on a 9”x11” baking dish and pour the marinade mixture on top. Let it marinade for at least 2 hours to overnight.

4.) Preheat oven to 350F. Place marinaded tempeh slices on top of a 9”x11” baking dish lined with parchment paper. Brush with a little oil on top.

5.) Toss in oven at 350F for about 10-15 minutes.

6.) Take out of the oven, flip them over and lightly oil again. Toss in oven again for about 15-20 minutes.

7.) Serve warm on a plate or as a side dish.

EAT and ENJOY!!!!