When\u00a0many consider a plant-based diet, the fear of missing out on favorite foods can be a non-starter. \u00a0No more! \u00a0This amazing vegan BLT raises the bar and proves that whole foods are indeed absolute stunners, satisfying the even most entrenched cravings.<\/p>\n

The smokey-salty flavors that drive omnivores\u00a0crazy for bacon are really simple to create. \u00a0Tempeh is a true chameleon, and within 10-minutes will take on an incredible flavor.<\/p>\n

The only ingredient you’ll need to seek out is a small bottle of liquid smoke. \u00a0Worry not, it keeps forever and has a host of sneaky uses in veggie BBQ techniques. \u00a0Here, it takes simple tempeh and turns it into a delicious maple-smoked veggie bacon in minutes.<\/p>\n

Fresh tomatoes, crispy lettuce, and toasted slices of artisan bread round out this classic and\u00a0satisfying\u00a0sandwich that will leave you craving it again and again.<\/p>\n

Best Vegan BLT<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\tThe vegan BLT you have been waiting for. Also known as a TLT. Add a little avocado, and you’re on your way to a magnificent TTLA.\t<\/p>\n
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Vegan Tempeh Bacon<\/h4>\n
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1 package tempeh (8 oz or 227 g)<\/li>\n
2 tsp liquid smoke<\/li>\n
4 tbsp. tamari or soy sauce<\/li>\n
2 tsp maple syrup<\/li>\n
1\/4 tsp paprika<\/li>\n
1\/8 tsp cumin<\/li>\n
1 tsp oil for frying<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Toast<\/h4>\n
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4 slices artisanal bread<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
BLT Fillings<\/h4>\n
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Just mayo (vegan)<\/li>\n
handful of lettuce leaves<\/li>\n
1 ripe heirloom tomato (sliced)<\/li>\n
1\/2 of a ripe avocado (sliced (optional))<\/li>\n
salt<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n
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Vegan Tempeh Bacon<\/h4>\n
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Slice the block of tempeh into 4 1\/2 inch thick slabs.<\/li>\n
Marinate the tempeh in liquid smoke, tamari, maple syrup and spice mix for 10 minutes, turning pieces halfway through for an even marinade.<\/li>\n
Heat frying pan over medium-high heat. Add oil and fry tempeh slabs until browned on both sides about 7 minutes each.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Toast<\/h4>\n
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Use your oven broiler or toast your bread until lightly toasted<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
BLT Fillings<\/h4>\n
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Spread Just mayo (vegan) onto the toast<\/li>\n
Assemble tempeh bacon, lettuce, tomato and the (optional) avocado, onto toast<\/li>\n
Slice in half<\/li>\n
Enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n
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Leftover tempeh bacon will last 5 days and can be used for more sandwiches or as part of a lunch bowl with grains and roasted veggies.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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