Step 1

Start by slicing your large tempeh piece into 10-12 even "bacon-sized" slices.

Step 2

In a large shallow bowl mix together your marinade ingredients until well-combined. Add you tempeh slices to the bowl and coat in the marinade.Set aside for 10-15 minutes to marinate, flipping your pieces halfway through.

Step 3

While the tempeh marinates, make your garlic herb aioli by mixing the ingredients together in a small bowl.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add in ~ 1 tbsp of olive oil (optional but recommended) and heat it for a minute.Add in your tempeh slices and cook for 3-5 minutes or until browned. Flip and cook the other side for the same amount of time. Add in a few splashed of leftover marinade if the pan gets dry.

Step 5

Assemble your sandwich on two large pieces of sourdough bread (or bread of choice). Spread garlic herb aioli on each slice of bread. On the bottom piece, begin to layer tempeh bacon (about 4-6 slices of tempeh bacon total, depending on size of bread). Then add your lettuce and finally sliced tomato. Optional: Add vegan cheddar or avocado.I like to cut the sandwich in half before eating. Enjoy!