Best Jerk Tempeh Pitas Recipes

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GREEK TEMPEH PITAS



Greek Tempeh Pitas image

This is by far my favourite way of eating tempeh. I am craving it right now! You can make it vegan by using vegan tzatziki.

Provided by erinn in tbay

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (8 ounce) package tempeh
olive oil
soy sauce
3 -4 crushed garlic cloves
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 lemon, juice of
greek pocketless pita
tzatziki
2 tomatoes, diced
1/2 cucumber, diced
2 crushed garlic cloves
1/2 onion, diced
balsamic vinegar
olive oil

Steps:

  • Slice tempeh medium thin.
  • Marinate in olive oil, soy sauce, crushed garlic, dried oregano and lemon juice. After 1 hour (or longer) saute in frying pan until crispy.
  • Meanwhile mix diced tomatoes, cucumber, onion, garlic, balsamic vinegar and a drizzle of oil in a small bowl.
  • Heat pita on each side in frying pan.
  • To assemble, place pita on a plate, lay tempeh over pita, spoon on tomato and cucumber mixture and top with tzatziki.
  • I eat mine with a knife and fork, but my husband prefers to fold his in half and eat with his hands. Either way, this is my favourite tempeh dish!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.9, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 10.4, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.2, Protein 11.8

JAMAICAN JERK TEMPEH



Jamaican Jerk Tempeh image

Make and share this Jamaican Jerk Tempeh recipe from Food.com.

Provided by That is Dr House to

Categories     Tempeh

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

16 ounces tempeh
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup minced fresh ginger
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion
1/2 small habanero pepper, seeded and minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup apricot juice
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Prepare marinade: In medium bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Pour into large, shallow baking dish.
  • Then add the tempeh, turning to coat.
  • Cover and bake, 40 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before serving.

JAMAICAN JERK-SPICED TEMPEH NUGGETS



Jamaican Jerk-Spiced Tempeh Nuggets image

This combination of spices is popular in Jamaica and adds that this vegetarian and vegan tempeh recipe could be served either as an hors d'oeuvres or as a main dish. I imagine that this could easily be transferred to chicken breast cubes for an omni version

Provided by KristinV

Categories     Caribbean

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, salt, allspice, pepper, ginger, cayenne, and thyme in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Place the tempeh in a saucepan of boiling water. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Drain the tempeh and pat it dry.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the tempeh and cook, turning frequently, until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the tempeh and toss until fragrant and evenly distributed, about 30 seconds. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.9, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 296.6, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.6, Protein 10.7

PITA POCKET BREAD



Pita Pocket Bread image

This recipe is easy, but it takes a little while as it is made with yeast. Prep Time listed takes into consideration rising time of dough. This is fun bread to make with only a couple of minutes (2-3 min.)to bake in the oven. I am posting one Vegetarian Sandwich recipe for 'Jerk Tempeh Pitas' Here is your link:...

Provided by Susan Cutler

Categories     Other Breads

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 1/2 c whole wheat flour
1 Tbsp dry yeast
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 3/4 c water

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, COMBINE all dry ingredients. ADD water. MIX thoroughly. ADD more flour 1/2 c. at a time and KNEAD until firm
  • 2. TURN out onto floured surface, KNEAD for about 10 minutes, adding small amounts of flour to prevent sticking. PLACE in bowl, and LET RISE until double.
  • 3. REMOVE from bowl onto floured surface. PUNCH down, KNEAD briefly.
  • 4. PULL off pieces of dough, and roll into balls. Size could be as small as a golf ball for "mini pitas", or as large as a softball if to be used for pizza.
  • 5. ROLL each ball out with a rolling pin until about 1/8th inch thick
  • 6. Bread will not form pockets if thicker than this.
  • 7. PLACE onto cooling rack, and place into preheated 500° oven for 2-3 minutes, just until bread forms pockets. REMOVE.
  • 8. NOTE: Steam escaping pockets can be scalding!
  • 9. ****For Pita Chips: SLICE whole wheat pita into triangles,

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