Mole Tempeh

Mole Tempeh, inspired by mole chicken, is a delicious and easy plant-based recipe that can be used for burritos, bowls, tacos, or rice dishes. This dish pairs well with our veggie fajitas and our homemade Pico de Gallo.

Ingredients

Serves: 3-4 Time: 35 minutes

Mole Tempeh

• 1 package tempeh, cubed
• 1 heaping Tbs mole sauce
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• Optional: 1-2 Tbs plant-based sour cream (for a creamy mole)
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne
• 1 tsp cumin
• Dash of salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 lime, juiced
• Dash of olive oil for sautéeing

Simple Cabbage Slaw

• 1/2 cup red and green cabbage, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, grated
• 1/2 lime, juiced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cumin

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the mole sauce, tomato sauce, seasonings, and lime juice. Taste and adjust to desired spice levels.
2. In a medium skillet, set heat to medium high.
3. Once hot, add the olive oil and begin sautéing the tempeh, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side (8-10 minutes total).
4. Then, stir in the mole mixture and combine well.
5. Cook together for another 5-7 minutes on medium-low heat.
6. In another bowl, combine the slaw ingredients and stir together.
7. Once the tempeh is cooked, serve over a tortilla with slaw, fajitas, and rice if desired.

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