Tempeh Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Tempeh Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 tsp. minced garlic; 1 8-oz. pkg. tempeh; 1 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes; 1/4 tsp. dried thyme; ⅓ cup pitted oil-cured olives; 2 Tbs. drained capers; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; Pinch sugar, optional; 2 Tbs. minced fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan.
2
Stir in onion and garlic, and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes, or until onions are lightly browned.
3
Crumble tempeh into onions.
4
Drizzle in remaining 1 tablespoon oil.
5
Cook for 1 minute more while stirring.
6
Add tomatoes, thyme, olives, capers, salt and pepper.
7
Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tempeh absorbs flavor of sauce, for 10 to 15 minutes.
8
Add enough water to keep sauce moistened.
9
Add sugar, if needed, to balance flavors.
10
Stir in parsley, and serve.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. olive oil, 1 cup chopped onion, 1 tsp. minced garlic, 1 8-oz. pkg. tempeh, and more.

Yes, Tempeh Tomato Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Tempeh Tomato Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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