4-Ingredient BBQ Tempeh Sandwich

Looking for a tasty meatless sandwich? This BBQ Tempeh Sandwich is crunchy, tangy, hearty perfection in between two tasty buns.

It can be whipped up with as little as 4 ingredients and ten minutes, making it the easiest way to get all the deliciousness of BBQ without having to fire up the grill.

As a mom balancing family life and a passion for bold food, a flavor-packed meal with such few ingredients like this is a lifesaver! And between this tempeh sammy and my BBQ Tofu sandwich, I’ve got your meatless BBQ cravings covered!

BBQ Tempeh Sandwich Ingredient Highlights

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Tempeh, like tofu, is made from fermented soybeans. It’s similar to tofu in that it has a similar ability to take on any flavor, but has a much denser, chewier texture.

An 8-ounce pack of tempeh will make more than enough for one sandwich. If you have leftovers, they will keep for 3-5 days.

Any sandwich bread (or a bun, as pictured) will work.

You can also make this your own with toppings! I kept it simple with fresh spinach, sliced avocado, and tomato. Get creative and add your favorites. Caramelized onions and mushrooms, avocado, pickles, cheese, coleslaw, all make great toppings, just to name a few.

Pan-Fried BBQ Tempeh Sandwich Tips and Tricks

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How to Make a BBQ Tempeh Sandwich

Start by slicing your tempeh into strips with a sharp knife. I keep each strip about an inch wide, but you can opt to make them even thinner if you want your meatless BBQ sandwich extra saucy!

Get your oil hot in a pan over medium heat first.

Then, drop your tempeh in and fry it for about 5 minutes on each side. You should hear it sizzling.

Pro tip: You’ll know your tempeh is ready when both sides are golden brown.

When you are happy with the color of your tempeh strips, remove them from the pan and transfer them to a paper towel.

Just beware, they’re hot! Give your tempeh a couple of minutes to cool down so you don’t burn your fingers. Then, use a second paper towel to blot the top.

I like to use a pastry brush to brush the BBQ sauce evenly onto each strip of tempeh. You can also toss the tempeh strips in the sauce in a large mixing bowl—whatever works for you!

Just make sure you generously coat the tempeh on both sides to give it that flavor-punch of BBQ sauce. Stack 6-8 slices of BBQ tempeh on your bun, followed by your toppings of choice!

You can also opt to toast your bun!

Serving Your Tempeh Sandwich with BBQ Sauce

Aside from your toppings of choice, your meal can be customized by choosing your favorite sides!

To me, a BBQ sandwich is just begging for a side of fries. Here are my favorite French fry recipes:

• Old Bay Fries
• Cajun Fries
• Parmesan Truffle Fries

How to Properly Store and Reheat BBQ Tempeh Strips

The prepared tempeh will last 3-5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. I sometimes just eat these leftovers cold, but you can also reheat in the oven at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until heated thoroughly.

This BBQ Tempeh also makes for a great addition to a salad, rice, or quinoa bowl, or even just as a delicious appetizer on its own.