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Sunday, December 18, 2011

Low-Fat Tempeh Wings

I've eaten a lot of vegan wings in my day. Whether they're made from tofu, tempeh, seitan, or Gardein, they're always amazing. I love that rich, hot, buttery sauce that sticks to your fingers (and sometimes your chin). When I make homemade wing sauces, I always use equal parts hot sauce and soy margarine. And I use a LOT of margarine.

But little did I know that you don't really need all that fat to make delicious wings. Sure, it adds to the flavor, and maybe it's best to stick to full fat versions when serving a crowd. But the low-fat Buffalo Tempeh in Appetite for Reduction is perfect for everyday eatin':

The sauce on these tempeh wings substitutes vegetable broth for the soy margarine. It doesn't make for a thick coating like the margarine does, but that's okay because you marinate the tempeh in the sauce. And then while the tempeh is pan-frying, you pour any remaining marinade into the skillet and it absorbs into the tempeh.

I served my guilt-free wings with Leahey Gardens vegan macaroni & cheese and a hearty scoop of slow-simmered collard greens and turnips.
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10 comments:

  1. Sasha CohenDecember 18, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    If I snap my fingers, can I have this appear in front of me right now please?! Eating this will make one of my holiday wishes come true! Thanks for sharing!

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  2. ErinDecember 18, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    I lurrrve the buffalo tempeh from AFR! It's so easy but so delicious.

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  3. JL goes VeganDecember 19, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    I have got to dust that cookbook off! Love your entire plate!

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  4. Sal - AlienOnToastDecember 19, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    I've been eyeing that recipe. I'm not a massive tempeh fan but I'm always looking for reasons to love it!! :)

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  5. BabetteDecember 19, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Thanks for reviewing this recipe. I'll try it soon =)

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  6. AnonymousDecember 19, 2011 at 1:15 PM

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  7. AnonymousDecember 19, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    I love buffalo tempeh, I will have to try this soon!!

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  8. BrooklynHeartDecember 19, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Ah, I made those just the other day and they were fabulous! My husband could not stop raving about them!

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  9. AnonymousDecember 20, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    I'm glad I'm not the only one who uses equal parts earth balance and hot sauce. heh. Sometimes I throw in garlic olive oil and liquid smoke too.

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  10. tender b.December 24, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    What a great idea using veggie broth instead of a buttery substitute. I'll have to give that a try next time I do some wings.

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