Description
These Barbecue Tempeh Stuffed Potatoes combine tender baked russet potatoes with a savory and smoky barbecue tempeh filling. Enhanced with spices and optionally topped with vegan cheddar cheese and fresh herbs, this hearty and flavorful vegan dish is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Potatoes
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Tempeh Filling
- 8 oz tempeh, crumbled or diced
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (use your favorite kind)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded vegan cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Bake Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dry the russet potatoes thoroughly, then pierce each a few times with a fork. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Cook Tempeh: While the potatoes are baking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the crumbled or diced tempeh and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tempeh turns golden and slightly crispy.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the skillet with the tempeh. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the mixture to heat through and the flavors to meld. Remove from heat once done.
- Prepare Potatoes for Filling: Once the potatoes have baked, slice each open lengthwise and gently fluff the insides with a fork to create space for the tempeh filling.
- Stuff Potatoes: Spoon the barbecue tempeh mixture into the center of each potato, filling them generously.
- Add Cheese and Bake: If using, sprinkle shredded vegan cheddar cheese over the tempeh-stuffed potatoes. Return the stuffed potatoes to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the stuffed potatoes from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro for a fresh finish. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can customize the barbecue sauce to your preferred flavor, whether spicy, sweet, or smoky.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the barbecue sauce and tempeh are certified gluten-free.
- Tempeh can be swapped with diced mushrooms or tofu for different textures.
- These stuffed potatoes can be prepared ahead and reheated, though fresh out of the oven is ideal for best texture.
- Adjust seasonings according to taste preferences, especially salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
