How to Make Tempeh Gyros - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to vegetarian or plant-based dishes, it's often hard to find a satisfying substitute for traditional meat-based meals. That's why tempeh, a fermented soybean product, has become a popular choice for many vegetarians and vegans looking for a flavorful and protein-packed alternative. Tempeh is versatile, and when marinated and grilled, it can take on a meaty texture and absorb robust flavors.

One of the best ways to enjoy tempeh is in a classic Greek dish known as gyros. T...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons ground thyme
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 (8 ounce) package tempeh
  • 4 (6 inch) whole-wheat pitas
  • 1 dash pink Himalayan salt
  • 1 dash ground black pepper
  • 2 small cucumbers, peeled and grated
  • 1 (12.3 ounce) package silken tofu
  • 1 tablespoon (packed) fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 48 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 8 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine vegetable broth, soy sauce, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, Himalayan salt, and dash of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Cut tempeh in half and add to the boiling water. Boil for 10 minutes to remove any bitter taste. Transfer tempeh to a cutting board and allow to cool slightly.
  • Cut tempeh into 1/4-inch slices and place them in the vegetable broth marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours to overnight, stirring occasionally to be sure tempeh is covered with marinade.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Transfer marinated tempeh slices to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, turning halfway through, until golden brown and beginning to crisp at the edges, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Place pitas in the hot oven until warmed through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Squeeze excess water from cucumbers using a paper towel. Place tofu, cucumbers, dill, 1 teaspoon garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Blend until tzatziki is well mixed. Adjust seasonings if desired.
  • Assemble a gyro by placing 1/4 of tempeh slices, tomatoes, and red onions on top of a pita. Cover with tzatziki. Repeat with remaining tempeh, tomatoes, onion, and pita.
  • Nutrition

    385 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 1086mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 162mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 882mg

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    Tempeh recipes