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Photo of Tempeh Marinade in a small glass jar, with a spoon in the jar. There is tempeh in the background and a kitchen towel in the foreground.

Tempeh Marinade

Cindy
This simple 5 minute Tempeh Marinade is the perfect way to spice up any plant-based protein source. It's great on tofu, tempeh, or roasted veggies. The whole family is sure to love it!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Syrups and Sauces
Cuisine American
Servings 1 marinade
Calories 1714 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup oil olive or avocado
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions
 

  • Whisk all the ingredients together. Store in your refrigerator until it's time to marinate.
    Top view photo of all the ingredients to make Tempeh Marinade in a clear bowl, ready to whisk together. There is a whisk and a kitchen towel next to the bowl.

Notes

    How to Cook Tempeh
  • Cut tempeh into square, rectangles, or even fun shapes for kids!
  • Put tempeh pieces into a container and marinate at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  • Line a lipped baking sheet with parchment paper and put marinated tempeh on top. Bake at 425 degrees F for 8 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven, flip, brush on more sauce, put back in the oven for 8-10 more minutes.
Keyword tempeh marinade