Maple Marinated Tempeh Recipe

Melt-in-your-mouth tempeh marinated in a spicy-sweet maple glaze! This vegan recipe is perfect for those with lactose, wheat, and gluten intolerances. Enjoy it warm or cold – as a burger/sandwich filling, or served with your favorite greens. Quick, easy, and incredibly flavorful – this is our most requested recipe (adapted from Peter Berley's "The Modern Vegetarian Kitchen").

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 488.9 kcal

Protein 36g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Maple Marinated Tempeh

1 block (8 ounces) tempeh
1 tablespoon olive oil
Tamari
Apple Cider Vinegar
1/4 cup maple syrup
Ground Cumin
Ground Red Chili Pepper
Paprika

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How to Make Maple Marinated Tempeh

Preheat oven to 230°C (450°F).
Slice tempeh into your desired size pieces.
Select an ovenproof dish that holds the tempeh slices in a single snug layer.
In a bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients: 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (or more, to taste), 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper.
Pour half of the marinade into the baking dish and arrange the tempeh slices on top in a single layer.
Pour the remaining marinade evenly over the tempeh.
Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
Bake for 15 minutes. Then, carefully use tongs to turn the tempeh slices.
Continue baking, covered, for another 15 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for a further 10 minutes, or until the tempeh is browned and caramelized.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

85 g

Sugar

67g

Fat

27g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Maple Marinated Tempeh?

Maple Marinated Tempeh takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Maple Marinated Tempeh?

Maple Marinated Tempeh has approximately 488.9 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 54 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Maple Marinated Tempeh?

The key ingredients for Maple Marinated Tempeh are Tempeh, Olive Oil, Tamari, Apple Cider Vinegar, Maple Syrup, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.