Tempeh Burger Tacos

INGREDIENTS

Tempeh Ground “Burger”:
• 1 Package Tempea, crumbled
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder

Special Sauce:
• 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
• 1 tsp mustard
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder 
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp salt

Tacos:
• 4 small flour tortillas
• 3/4 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
• 3 tbsp diced white onion
• Pickle slices
• 4 vegan cheddar cheese slices

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a pan, combine the crumbled tempeh, soy sauce or tamari, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well and cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tempeh is lightly browned and crispy.

  2. Meanwhile, prepare the special sauce by combining all the ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well to combine. Set aside.

  3. Add a tortilla to a warm, dry pan and cook for 30 seconds. Flip and add ¼ of the tempeh mixture, place a slice of vegan cheese on top and then put a lid on the pan to melt the cheese. Repeat with all 4 tortillas. 

  4. To serve your tacos, add pickle slices, diced onion, lettuce, and some special sauce. Enjoy immediately!