Jamaican Tempeh Nuggets

Enjoy these tasty bites as an hors d’oeuvre or main course. The zesty jerk spice mixture is also good on grilled vegetables.

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Makes about 36 pieces

What you need:

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
  • Two 8-ounce packages tempeh
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

What you do:

  1. Mix garlic, allspice, thyme, nutmeg, salt, pepper, oregano, and cayenne in a shallow bowl and set aside.
  2. Poach the tempeh in a saucepan of simmering water for 10 minutes. Drain and pat dry. Cut tempeh into 1-inch cubes. Spray the tempeh with olive oil cooking spray and add to the spice mixture, turning to coat all over with the spices.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add tempeh and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Serve hot.