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Recipe by James John Deren

Teriyaki Tempeh Sub

Inspired by the Mellow Mushroom Restaurant

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Servings 4 servings
Category Main Dish

Ingredients

  • 1 T Pesto, or minced fresh basil and
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • ¼ C Mayonnaise
  • ½ C Teriyaki Sauce (Soy Vay! is the
  • best brand)
  • ½ C Water
  • 8 oz Tempeh, any variety, cut into
  • ½ inch cubes
  • 1 Small Onion, any variety, chopped (about ¾ C)
  • 1 Bell Pepper, any color, chopped to match the onion size
  • 1 T Olive Oil (or any vegetable oil)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 Package of Sprouts, about 1 cup
  • ½ C Feta Cheese (fat free works well)
  • 4 Crusty Rolls (whole grain and fresh from the store’s bakery section is best)

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat Oven To 375 Degrees Fahrenheit: Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. 2 Mix The Mayonnaise And Pesto Well: Mix the Mayonnaise and Pesto well then set aside. This can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
  3. 3 Place The Tempeh In A Small: Place the Tempeh in a small baking dish so that there is little empty room.
  4. 4 Cover With The Teriyaki Sauce And: Cover with the Teriyaki Sauce and Water. If the liquid does not cover it completely, add more Teriyaki and Water in equal amounts.
  5. 5 Tip: Tip: if you don’t have a small enough dish, double the Tempeh, Teriyaki and Water.
  6. 6 Bake For 30-45 Minutes, Stirring: Bake for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all the liquid has been absorbed and the sauce starts to caramelize.
  7. 7 While The Tempeh Is Baking, Sautee: While the Tempeh is baking, sautee the Onion, Bell Pepper, garlic and Black Pepper in the Olive Oil until soft, about 5 minutes.
  8. 8 When The Tempeh Is Done, Add: When the Tempeh is done, add it to the Onion/Pepper mixture and toss well.
  9. 9 Slice Each Roll Nearly Through, Then: Slice each roll nearly through, then scrape out some of the soft bread part. Close each roll.
  10. 10 Turn Off The Oven And Place: Turn off the oven and place the bread in it for a few minutes. When it is starting to crisp, remove.
  11. 11 Holding A Roll With A Teatowel: Holding a roll with a teatowel, spread 1 T of the Pesto Mayonnaise, and then add ¼ of the Tempeh/Vegetable mixture to each. Top with Sprouts and Feta Cheese.

Pro Tips & Delicious Variations

  • To make it more picnic-compatible, allow the bread to cool, then put a leaf of clean, dry lettuce in the roll, then assemble the sandwich.
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