Be Bop Vegan Cooking

I enjoy cooking in a free form way that reminds me of Be Bop. I start with a structured idea (recipe) read it thoroughly and then toss it aside. I might jot down some notes (perhaps key ingredients or ideas I have to make it better) then I go into the kitchen and start cooking. Otherwise I create recipes from ideas that pop into my head, which is typically the case. I'm forced to cook with feeling and instinct. My cooking reflects my passion for certain flavors and ingredients.

Saturday, March 22, 2008

Tempeh, Lettuce and Tomato

I finally found hamburger buns that are free of whey and high fructose corn syrup, from a company called Rudi's Organic Bakery. These delicious buns were my inspiration for a vegan twist of a BLT.

I really like the 5 Grain Tempeh from Turtle Island Foods. I cut it into thin slices and pan fried them. I lined the pan with extra virgin olive oil. Then seasoned the slices with coarse ground pepper, cajun spices and seasoning salt. Once they started to get crisp, I flipped them and seasoned their other side (I added a little more oil to the pan). I flipped them one last time to get them crisp and coated with flavor.

On a lightly toasted bun I spread a little veganaise. Then I stacked the tempeh, sliced tomato and lettuce. Simple yet REALLY tasty.

UPDATE (06/01): My husband and I LOVE these sandwiches. I've been making them lately with Dave's Killer Bread (Good Seed - toasted slices). I've also made these with vegan cheddar slices added and/or avocado slices. Soooooo yummy!!!

2 comments:

The Vegan Countess said...: Sounds delicious. I am going to try it out.; May 15, 2008 at 10:10 AM
Anonymous said...: I love Rudi's Organic 7 Grain & Flax wraps, if you can find those too! They have a wonderfully nutty flavor, and smell fantastic when lightly toasted.; May 25, 2009 at 12:56 PM