Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
17 unit

tempeh

coarsely grated

1 unit

sweet onion

coarsely grated

4 unit

garlic cloves

finely grated

0.75 cup

vital wheat gluten

1 tbsp

paprika

2 tsp

sage

2 tsp

thyme

2 tsp

coriander

1 tsp

seasoning salt

to taste

1 dash

cayenne pepper

1 tbsp

soy sauce

2 tbsp

hot pepper sauce

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 cup

water

if needed

0.66 cup

ketchup

0.5 cup

brown sugar

1 tsp

mustard

3 tbsp

Bourbon

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2
~4 min

Oil a 9 x 13 baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~4 min

Mix grated tempeh, onion, garlic, flour, and spices (paprika, sage, thyme, coriander, seasoning salt, cayenne pepper) in a large bowl.

Step 4
~4 min

Add soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, and olive oil to the mixture.

Step 5
~4 min

Add enough water so you are able to mash everything up with your fingers (you may not need any at all).

Step 6
~4 min

Knead/mush/mash for a few mins to mix everything well.

Step 7
~4 min

Divide dough into 10 pieces and shape into small loaves.

Step 8
~4 min

Place into oiled pan, and spray lightly with oil.

Step 9
~4 min

Bake for 15 minutes.

Step 10
~4 min

While loaves are baking, bring ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Bourbon to a bubbling simmer in a small saucepan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~4 min

Let the glaze thicken a bit.

Step 12
~4 min

Spoon glaze over baking loaves.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~4 min

Bake loaves for 15 mins more, then scoop excess glaze back over the loaves.

Step 14
~4 min

Bake for an additional 20-25 mins, or until glaze is thickened and darkened.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spice level.

For a deeper bourbon flavor, add a splash of bourbon to the glaze after it's thickened.

Serve with mashed sweet potatoes and steamed greens.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The 'meatloafs' can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed sweet potatoes
Steamed green beans
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

A vegan adaptation of a classic Southern dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Holiday
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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