Tempeh Sloppy Joes With Coleslaw Recipe

Name: Tempeh Sloppy Joes With Coleslaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion (about 1 medium); 1 pound organic tempeh, crumbled; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 3 cups water; 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons water; 3 cups thinly shredded cabbage; 1/2 cup shredded carrot (about 1 medium); 6 (1 1/2-ounce) hamburger buns

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion (about 1 medium)
1 pound organic tempeh, crumbled
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
3 cups water
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
2 teaspoons water
3 cups thinly shredded cabbage
1/2 cup shredded carrot (about 1 medium)
6 (1 1/2-ounce) hamburger buns

1
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; saute 2 minutes or until soft. Add tempeh; saute 6 minutes or until beginning to brown.
2
Combine tomato paste, vinegar, brown sugar, paprika, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Add tomato mixture to tempeh; stir to combine. Stir in 3 cups water. Simmer until mixture is thick and liquid is almost evaporated (about 20 minutes), stirring often. Remove from heat; keep warm.
3
Combine mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons water, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Add shredded cabbage and carrot, tossing well to combine.
4
Top each of 6 bottom halves of hamburger buns with about 3/4 cup tempeh filling. Top each serving with about 1/3 cup cabbage mixture, and cover with top half of each bun. Serve sloppy joes immediately.

382

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup chopped onion (about 1 medium), 1 pound organic tempeh, crumbled, 3 tablespoons tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Tempeh Sloppy Joes With Coleslaw falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Tempeh Sloppy Joes With Coleslaw

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