Tempeh Reuben
24 min · 6 steps
Easy: ≤30 min and ≤6 steps
About this dish
Pan-fried tempeh, melted vegan cheese and sauerkraut griddled between slices of rye with a tangy Russian-style dressing — a plant-based take on the deli institution.
Allergy Info
Gluten, Soya
Diet Info
Vegan
Ingredients
Dairy & Eggs
- Vegan cheddar-style cheeseslices8
- Vegan buttersoftened30 g
Plant Proteins
- Tempehthinly sliced320 g
Tins & Jars
- Sauerkrautdrained200 g
Dried Goods
- Rye breadslices8
Oils & Condiments
- Vegan mayonnaise60 g
- ketchup2 tbsp
- Sweet pickle relish1 tbsp
- Vegetable Oil1 tbsp
Utensils
- Frying pan
- Griddle pan
- Chopping board
- Sharp knife
Method
Stir the vegan mayonnaise, ketchup and sweet pickle relish together to make the dressing.
Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook the tempeh slices for 3 minutes on each side until browned.
Warm the sauerkraut in a small pan over medium heat for 3 minutes, then drain well.
Spread the dressing on four slices of rye bread, then layer with the tempeh, vegan cheese and warmed sauerkraut, and top with the remaining bread.
Spread the vegan butter on the outside of each sandwich and griddle over medium heat for 3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden and the cheese has melted.
Cut in half and serve immediately while hot.