As veganism continues to rise in popularity, more and more people are looking for delicious plant-based options that can replace the traditional meat-based dishes they love. One such dish is the Reuben sandwich – traditionally made with corned beef or pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, Thousand Island dressing, and rye bread. But fear not vegans! You can still enjoy this classic sandwich thanks to the versatile and protein-packed ingredient known as tempeh.
Tempeh is a fermented soybean product that originated in Indonesia but has now become popular worldwide as a vegetarian and vegan meat substitute due to its high protein content and nutty flavor. Tempeh also contains probiotics which are beneficial for gut health making it an ideal ingredient for a healthy eating website.
To make a vegan tempeh Reuben sandwich you will need:
– 8 ounces of tempeh
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
– 1/4 cup of tamari or soy sauce
– 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
– 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Sliced rye bread (or any bread you prefer)
– Sauerkraut (drained)
– Vegan Swiss cheese slices (optional)
– Thousand Island dressing
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. In a small bowl combine apple cider vinegar, tamari or soy sauce, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
3. Cut the tempeh into thin slices or cubes.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add the sliced/cubed tempeh to the hot skillet.
6. Pour half of your marinade mixture over the top of the tempeh while it’s cooking on one side until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
7. Flip the tempeh slices/cubes and pour the rest of your marinade over the top, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until browned.
8. Remove from heat once cooked through and set aside.
9. Place bread on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for a few minutes until lightly crispy.
10. Add vegan Swiss cheese to one side of each slice of bread (if using) and melt in the oven for a minute or two.
11. Once melted, remove from oven and add sauerkraut to one side of each sandwich followed by your cooked tempeh slices/cubes.
12. Drizzle Thousand Island dressing over the other piece(s) of bread before closing your sandwiches.
And voila – you now have yourself a delicious Vegan Tempeh Reuben Sandwich that is sure to satisfy any craving for this classic sandwich!
This dish is not only tasty but it also provides numerous health benefits including high protein content which can help promote muscle growth, healthy bones, organs, skin hair among others due to its amino acids profile; probiotics which support gut health; as well as fiber which helps with digestion.
In conclusion, going vegan doesn’t mean giving up all your favorite meals such as Reuben sandwiches when there are many plant-based alternatives available like this Vegan Tempeh Reuben Sandwich that are equally delicious if not better! So why not give it a try?
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